USS LANSING (DER-388) ACTIVITY LOG

(Excerpted from actual deck logs obtained from National Archives, Washington DC)

 

(In the interest of protecting their anonymity, ship’s company have been assigned aliases,

which have no correlation to their actual name)

 

 

1-1-61       0000    ‘Tis the first night of the New Year, and last of the old.

                              As we sit in Pearl’s Shipyard where it’s never very cold.

                              SOPA is CINCPACFLT, high on the heights (Makalapa),

                              While units of the U.S. Pacific Fleet show their lights.

                              And harbor and district craft make their rounds;

                              All is quiet at Bravo 16, we hear not a sound.

                              Modified YOKE is the condition we’ve set,

                              Which we wouldn’t break, not even on a bet!

                              The Port side is nestled close to the pier

                              And we with the duty, can’t even get a beer!

                              The old year has parted, a new decade we’ve started.

                              We pray for smooth sailing before it’s departed.

                  0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None.

                  1723    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for temporary duty

                  2130    Two petty officers returned from TAD as Shore Patrol

1-2-61       0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: NONE

1-3-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: SNUB, C.S., FA, Absent without authority from muster

                  1217    The Commanding officer held mast, and imposed non-judicial punishment as follows:

                                       PILOTING, M.S., SR; Offense: Violation of Article 134, UCMJ;

                                       Punishment: 14 days extra duty.

                                       RIBS, F.S., FN; Violation of Article 134, UCMJ;

                                       Punishment: 14 days extra duty

                  1246    YO-78, moored alongside to starboard.

                  1321    Commenced fueling from YO-78, draft forward 10 ft, 11 inches, draft aft 11 ft, 2 inches.

                  1359    Fueling complete. Draft forward 11 ft, 2 inches, aft, 11 ft, 0 inches, having received

                                       9010 gallons fuel oil on board

                  1405    YO-78 maneuvered clear of starboard side.

                  1414    SNUB, C.S., FA, returned on board having been AWOL since 0700 this date

1-4-61       0600    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: SNUB, C.S., FA, absent without authority from muster

                  0613    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0614    Shifted electrical load from shore power to No. One (1) and Three (3) Ship’s Service Generators

                  0630    Stationed the special sea and anchor detail

                  0648    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft forward 11 ft, 2 ins; Aft, 11 ft, 0 ins.

                  0700    Underway for Area G-42 in compliance with COMDESFLOT FIVE Mov-Ord 1-61 and

                                       COMFLETRAGRU Pearl Op-Order 1-61. Maneuvering to clear the pier.

                                       ENS O.S. SCUPPER is at the conn. Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                  0704    Steering various courses at various speeds standing out of Pearl Harbor.

                  0735    Secured the special sea and anchor detail. Set the regular underway watch.

                  0741    Entered International waters. Base course 272, Base speed 17.5 kts

                  0810    Passed Barber’s Point Light abeam bearing 003. Range 4.5 miles

                  0846    C/s 15 kts. Took No. One (1) Main Engine off the line due to faulty injector.

                  0915    Placed No. One (1) Main Engine on the line.

                  0925    C/s 17 kts.

                  0930    C/s 17.5 kts.

                  1030    Went to General Quarters.

                  1039    Set Material Condition Zebra

                  1045    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1054    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds for aircraft tracking exercise.

                  1154    Completed exercise, secured from General Quarters.

                  1221    Went to General Quarters.

                  1230    Set Material Condition ZEBRA. Commenced steering various courses at various speeds.

                                       Commenced Anti-Aircraft Exercise.

                  1254    Commenced Firing.

                  1325    Ceased Fire.

                  1405    Set Material Condition YOKE. Secured from General Quarters.

                                       Ammunition expended: 64 rounds 3:/50Cal. VT Non-Frag. Set Base course 000, speed 15 kts.

                  1409    C/s 16 kts

                  1410    C/s 17 kts

                  1413    C/s 16 kts.

                  1414    C/s 15 kts

                  1415    C/s 12 kts

                  1420    C/c 007

                  1510    C/s 15 kts

                  1512    C/s 16 kts

                  1514    C/s 17 kts

                  1555    C/c 355

                  1605    C/c 350

                  1800    C/c to 338. Took departure and set course for NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and COMDESFLOT FIVE MovOrd 1-61,

                                       with Kilauea Light bearing 038, Range 13.8 miles.

                  2211    C/s 1/3 Port Shaft, due to loss of lube oil pressure on Number Two (2) reduction gear.

                  2215    Casualty repaired. Resumed full speed on the Port Shaft.

1-5-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MovOrd 1-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Ord 201-60 on course 338, Speed 17 kts.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Numbers 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service generators

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: SNUB, C.S., FA.

                  0806    C/s 17.5 kts.

                  1445    Suffered a ruptured gasket on lube oil pump in Baker 4. Commenced slowing the port shaft.

                  1450    Stopped the port shaft. C/s to 10 kts.

                  1459    C/s to 8 kts. Started the port shaft at 8 kts.

                  1502    C/s to 10 kts

                  1505    C/s to 15 kts.

                  1511    C/s to 17.5 kts.

                  1533    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters.

                  1538    Set conditions ZEBRA throughout the ship

                  1540    Held abandon ship drill

                  1550    Secured from abandon ship drill, set 1AS General Quarters.

                  1552    Set condition YOKE throughout the ship.

                  1555    Secured from 1AS General Quarters.

                  1945    C/c 345

1-6-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. One (1), Two (2), Three (3), and Four (4) Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. One (1) and Three (3) Ship’s Service generators.

                                       Base course 345, speed 17.5 kts.

                  0435    Sighted unidentified white light bearing 280, range 14,500 yds.

                  0437    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 274, Range 14,000 yards.

                                       Determined to be a small craft.

                  0453    Contact determined to be on course 072, speed 7 kts.

                  0459    Contact passed CPA bearing 224, range 8600 yards.

                  0522    Contact faded from radar bearing 167 range 15,800 yards.

                  0530    Lost sight of contact bearing 165.

                  0900    Winds shifted 300 to the left in the past hour. Velocity steady at 7 kts, seas 2 feet with swells

                                       from 340 at 5 to 6 feet.

                  1130    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Conditions: Normal.

                                       Made weekly inspection of magazines sprinkler system. Conditions: Satisfactory.

                  2044    Visibility decrease to ¼ mile due to rain and fog. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  2245    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  2330    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile due to rain and fog. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  2346    Visibility increased to 3 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

1-7-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-61

                                       and COMDESFLOT FIVE Message 031906Z of January 1961.

                                       Number One (1), Two (2), Three (3), and Four (4) Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Number One (1) and Three (3) Ships Service generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 340, Speed 17.5 kts.

                  0100    Observed weather frontal passage. The winds shifted from 220 to 310, the seas shifted

                                       from 240 to 270. The barometer rose .02. 70 degrees of the wind shift occurred

                                       between 005 and 0105. Visibility increased to 6 miles.

                  0136    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 030, 20 miles. Contact determined to be

                                       on course 100, Speed 10 kts, opening.

                  0232    Radar contact faded, bearing 079, distance 25 miles.

                  1355    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 242, range 18 miles.

                  1403    Contact is at CPA bearing 230, range 17.5 miles.

                  1435    Contact faded on radar, bearing 193, range 21 miles.

                  1853    Visibility decreased to one mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2047    Visibility increased to 4 miles. Secured from sounding fog signals.

                  2100    Noted 1150 shift in wind 1000 shift in seas, drop in temperature and .04 inch rise in barometer,

                                       as frontal passage crossed ship’s track.

1-8-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-61

                                       and COMDESFLOT FIVE Message 031906Z of January 1961.

                                       Number One (1), Two (2), Three (3), and Four (4) Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Number One (1) and Three (3) Ships Service generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 340, Speed 17.5 kts.

                  0043    Changed course to permit personnel to investigate unusual noise on Mt. 31

                  0046    C/s 15 kts

                  0050    Noise determined to be due to loose CO2 bottle.

                  0051    C/s 16 kts

                  0053    C/s 17.5 kts

                  0054    C/c 340

                  0346    Seas increased to over 20 ft. in height. C/s 16 kts.

                  0403    C/s 14 kts. The ship is pitching quite heavily.

                  0700    Heighth of seas has increased to 25 feet.

                  0810    Lost No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Stopped the starboard shaft

                  0811    Put the Starboard shaft on the line, C/s to 12 kts.

                  0820    Split the electrical load between No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0845    C/c to 330

                  0850    C/s to 10 kts

                  0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: SNUB, C.S., FA, AWOL since 0600, 4 January 1961.

                                       Declared a straggler this date

                  0904    Entered a small hailstorm which continued for about 10 minutes.

                  1023    C/s to 8 kts. Rolled heavily in seas of 35 feet throughout the watch, and

                                       took a great deal of water over the forecastle. Suffered no apparent damage.

                  1525    C/s 10 kts. Rolling and pitching moderately in 25 foot seas. No apparent damage.

                  1725    Ship took heavy pounding with 54 degree roll to starboard.

                  1800    Steaming as before. Due to heavy seas and winds up to 50 kts. ship rolls and pitches excessively,

                                       but with no apparent damage.

                  2000    Steaming as before. Ship occasionally rolls and pitches heavily.

1-9-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-61

                                       and COMDESFLOT FIVE Message 031906Z of January 1961.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3, and 4, Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is

                                       split between No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service generators.

                                       Base course 330, Base Speed 10 kts

                  0400    Steaming as before. Rolling violently in 35 to 40 foot seas.

                  0800    Steaming as before, rolling heavily in 35 to 40 foot seas, with 50 kt winds, gusting to 60 kts.

                  1030    C/c 3200T

                  1039    Encountered gusts of relative winds up to 65 kts. Entered into snow squalls

                                       and again at 1130 with visibility reduced to ½ miles.

                  1045    Ship rolled to 500 several times with some minor poundings.

                  1200    Wind velocity increased to 55 knots, with gusts to 60 knots.

                  1304    C/s 10 kts.

                  1315    C/c 130

                  1326    C/c 120 Course change necessary to place ship on a less hazardous course.

                  1351    Took No. Two (2) and Four (4) Main Engines off the line and placed them in immediate standby.

                  1352    C/s 12 kts. Due to heavy seas, the ship was diverted 80 degrees off course.

                                       Placed No. Two (2) and Four (4) Main Engines back on the line.

                  1403    C/s 17 kts

                  1505    C/s 10 kts

                  1515    Visibility decreased to Two (2) miles. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  1600    C/s 10 kts

                  1626    Ceased sounding fog signals. Visibility 4 miles

                  1627    C/s 15 kts

                  1630    C/s 10 kts

                  1707    C/s 15 kts

                  1710    C/s 10 kts. Rolling heavily in 40 foot seas. Winds are from 45 to 55 kts.

                                       Changes in speed were necessary to keep the ship out of a trough.

                  1942    C/c to 140

                  1944    C/c to 150

                  1946    C/s to 14 kts, on starboard shaft

                  1950    C/s to 12 kts. Rolling moderately in seas of 40 feet. Suffered no apparent damage.

                  2030    C/c 160

                  2040    C/c 280, C/s 8 kts

                  2045    C/c 285

                  2111    Taking water over the bow, no apparent damage. Taking violent rolls in 30 to 35 foot seas.

1-10-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, to the Pacific Barrier Track Tango,

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set. No’s 1, 2, 3, and 4, Main engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service generators.

                                       Base course 285, speed 8 kts. Rolling and pitching moderately

                  0400    Due to winds and seas. Ship pitching and rolling moderately.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at foul weather parade. Absentees: SNUB, F.S., FA.

                  0820    C/s 9 kts

                  0836    C/s 10 kts

                  0848    C/s 8 kts. Placed No. 2 and 4 Main Engines on fifteen minute standby.

                  1005    Stopped port shaft. Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line. Took No. 3 Main Engine off the line.

                  1028    Entered a weather front. Winds increased to 50 kts.

                  1104    Entered snow squall. Visibility decreased to one (1) mile Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with International Rules of the Road.

                  1108    Stopped port shaft, placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Took No. 4 Main Engine off the line.

                  1116    Visibility increased to five (5) miles. Secured sounding fog signals.

                  1124    Entered snow squall. Visibility decreased to one (1) mile. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with international rules of the road.

                  1130    Visibility increased to seven (7) miles, secured sounding fog signals.

                  1139    P2V Aircraft side number VT 12 135590 made low pass port side aft to fore.

                  1142    Lost visual contact with aircraft. Weather during watch was snow, winds from 30 to 55 kts.

                                       waves 20 ft. Temperature dropped five degrees between 1000 and 1100.

                  1200    Steaming as before. The ship is pitching and rolling moderately.

                  1200    Changed operational control to COMBARPAC.

                  1257    C/s 11 kts

                  1331    C/c 255

                  1344    C/c 260

                  1400    C/c 305

                  1405    C/c 342

                  1426    C/c 332

                  1500    C/s 8 kts

                  1507    Entered snow squall. Visibility decreased to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with International Rules of the Road.

                  1517    Visibility increased to four (4) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1947    C/c 320

                  2116    Visibility decreased to 200 yards, due to snow. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  2125    Visibility increased to four (4) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  2156    Visibility decreased to 300 yards, due to snow. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  2212    Visibility increased to seven (7) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  2315    Several large waves in succession broke over the bow causing the ship to pitch deeply and heavily.

                                       No apparent damage was noted.

1-11-61     0000    Steaming independently from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii enroute to Pacific NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of readiness IV are set. Nos. 1 and 3 Main Engines are on the line with No. 2 and 4

                                       in 30 minute standby. The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 Ships Service Generators.

                                       Base course 320, speed 8 kts. There are frequent short periods of low visibility during

                                       snow and sleet squalls. During these periods fog signals are sounded in accordance with the

                                       international rules of the road.

                  0030    C/s 10 kts

                  0345    C/s 8 kts.

                  1005    C/s 10 kts

                  1006    C/c 0000 PGC

                  1010    C/s 12½ kts

                  1130    C/c 1300 PGC

                  1131    C/s 8 kts

                  1140    C/c 0000 PGC

                  1141    C/s 12½ kts

                  1312    C/c 1150 T

                  1420    C/c 0000 T

                  1648    C/s 8 kts

                  1651    Stopped the port shaft. Paced No. Three (3) Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1656    C/c 330

                  1900    Retarded all ship’s clocks one hour to conform with (+11) zone time

                  2109    Took No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator off the line and shifted the electrical load to

                                       No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  2150    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile due to snow. Commenced sounding fog ignals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2203    Stopped the starboard shaft, placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. Commenced lying to.

                  2209    Visibility increased to 5 miles, ceased sounding fog signals.

1-12-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway with no way on. Main engine number one

                                       is in 5 minute standby, Number three Main Engine is in 15 minute standby. The electrical load

                                       is on Number one Ship’s Service Generator. Number 2,3,4, and the emergency generators

                                       are in immediate standby. Experienced short periods of low visibility due to snow squalls.

                                       During periods of low visibility fog signals were sounded in accordance with the international

                                       rules of the road

                  0605    Visibility was reduced to zero in snow shower. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0610    Placed No One (1) Main Engine on the line. Set course 320, speed 8 kts.

                  0625    Secured from sounding fog signals.

                  1245    C/c 2900 to launch a weather balloon.

                  1246    C/c 3000.

                  1533    Exercised the crew at Ditching at Sea Drill.

                  1545    Secured from Ditching at Sea Drill. Rolling lightly in 8 to 10 foot seas with light wind.

                  1615    Took No. 3 Main Engine out of fifteen minute standby and placed it in thirty minute standby.

                                       Place No. 4 Main Engine in fifteen minute standby.

                  1858    Commenced lying to.

                  1935    Placed Number one (1) Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  2020    Placed No. One (1) Main Engine in 15 minute standby. Experienced intermittent snow showers

                                       on which occasions visibility was decreased to zero. During periods of low visibility,

                                       fog signals were sounded in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

1-13-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. Underway with no way on. No. One (1) Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       No. Two (2), Three (3), and Four (4), Main Engines are in 30 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0937    Shifted the electrical load from No. One (1) Ship’s Service Generator to

                                       No. Four (4) Ship’s Service Generator. Placed No. Four (4) Main Engine in five minute standby.

                  1303    High temperature alarm sounded. Main Control and Duty Gunners were notified.

                  1310    Flooding was discovered in the Hedgehog magazine, Compt 01-43-1, cause unknown.

                  1516    All ammunition removed from Hedgehog magazine.

                  1519    Preliminary cause of flooding was determined to be a failure in the sprinkler system cut off valve.

                                       Ammunition in magazine was examined by the Gunnery Officer and found to be undamaged.

                  1537    All ammunition has been secured.

                  1909    Visibility decreased to One (1) mile due to snow. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  2100    Wind shifted from 1300 to 2750 and increased in velocity from 8 to 24 knots.

                                       Heavy snow showers continued throughout the watch.

1-14-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway with no way on.

                                       No. 4 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby and No. 1 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Experienced short periods of low visibility due to snow squalls.

                                       During periods of low visibility, fog signals were sounded in accordance with the

                                       international rules of the road

                  1600    Lying to in three (3) foot seas with twenty (20) kt winds.

                  1733    Storm squall passed over, wind increased to 26 kts, seas remained the same.

                  2015    Visibility decreased to one mile due to snow. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2024    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

1-15-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway with no way on.

                                       No. 4 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby. No. 1 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is carried on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Experienced short periods of low visibility due to snow showers.

                                       During periods of low visibility, fog signals were sounded in accordance with

                                       the international rules of the road

                  0955    Commenced snowing. Visibility decreased to one (1) mile. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with International Rules of the Road.

                  1007    Ceased sounding fog signals. Visibility increased to seven (7) miles.

                  1955    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  2000    Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line. Set course 325, speed 8 kts.

                  2237    Visibility decreased to zero, due to snow. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2241    Visibility increased to 7 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

1-16-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 4 Main Engine is on the line with No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby and

                                       Nos. 2 and 3 Main Engines in 30 minutes standby. The electrical load is on No. 3

                                       Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 325, speed 8 kts.

                  0257    Commenced lying to. Placed No. 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  0800    Underway as before, seas calm, swell moderate, barometer falling slowly.

                  1055    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1531    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters.

                  1537    Set Material Condition ZEBRA

                  1544    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1545    Secured from 1AS General Quarters.

                  2200    A series of three snow squalls passed averaging about 5 minutes in duration.

                  2344    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to snow and fog, commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with International Rules of the Road.

1-17-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Underway with no way on.

                                       Number Four (4) Main Engine is in 5 minute standby.

                                       Number One (1) Main Engine is in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on

                                       No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set

                  0010    Commenced rolling 30 to 35 degrees. Seas picking up.

                                       Placed Number Four (4) Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0017    Placed Number Four (4) Main Engine on the line. Set course 320, speed 8 kts.

                  0035    Winds increased to 45 kts.

                  0040    C/c 350.

                  0106    Experiencing winds up to 50 kts. with seas to 10 feet and building.

                                       Placed Number One (1) Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0111    Placed Number One (1) Main Engine on the line.

                  0119    C/c 330

                  0240    Split the electrical load between Number Two (2) and Three (3) Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0400    Steaming as before. Experiencing wind gusts up to 65 knots, seas of 18 feet

                                       and visibility of ½ mile in blowing snow.

                  1115    Visibility increased to 3 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1156    C/c 000. Due to 20 foot seas, and winds at 50 kts, ship experienced moderate heavy rolls

                                       and light pitching.

                  1307    Took a 530 roll to starboard.

                  1310    C/s 12 kts.

                  1311    C/c 1800 in order to remain on station.

                  1315    C/s 8 kts. Rolling moderately, violently at times. Waves are of varying height,

                                       averaging 15 feet with occasional waves as high as 35 feet.

                  1315    Made inspection of ship for damages, found the following damage: Port lower section of windshield

                                       on Mount 31 cracked in many places. Washdown system broken at several locations,

                                       starboard side on the 01 level and 02 level port side aft, first aid box broken loose from

                                       hedge hog mount. Twelve inch crack in main deck port side frame 132.

                                       Three small cracks in service tanks No 454-2 and 454-1. Settling tank 4-57-2 has

                                       small crack and a 25 foot of vent duct broken loose 1-54-2.

                  1643    C/c 160

                  1725    Paralleled the electrical load between Two and Three Ship’s Service Generators

                  1742    Split the electrical load between No. Two and Three Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       The ship is rolling moderately in seas of fifteen to twenty feet

                  1800    Steaming as before, taking moderate rolls in 15 to 20 foot seas. Winds from 3100, 30 to 35 kts.

                                       Barometer increased .03 between 1700 to 1800.

                  2026    C/c 340

                  2049    Took No. Four (4) Main Engine off the line and placed it in immediate standby.

                  2050    C/c 350

                  2054    Visibility decreased to 1 mile in rain. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2125    Placed No. Four (4) Main Engine in 5 minute standby. Secured from sounding fog signals.

                  2207    C/c 320

                  2217    C/c 330

1-18-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. One (1) Main Engine is on the line with No. Four (4) Main Engine in 5 minute

                                       standby. Nos. Two (2) and Three (3) Main Engines are in 30 minute standby.

                                       Base course 330, speed 8 kts. Ship is rolling moderately due to 12 foot seas and 40 kt winds.

                  0945    Visibility decreased to one-half (1/2) mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  0958    Visibility increased to five miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1050    The ship rolled moderately during the watch. The seas were 8 feet high, and winds averaged 38 knots.

                  1200    Barometer steady, seas confused 8 to 10 feet. Helmsmen holding course with little difficulty.

                  1607    C/c 3250T

                  1620    C/c to 3400T

                  1622    C/c to 3500T for an easier riding course

                  2148    C/c to 330. Height of seas decreased to four (4) feet during the watch.

1-19-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line with

                                       No. 4 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. The electrical load is split between Nos. 2 and 3

                                       Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 330, Base Speed 8 kts

                  0100    The wind shifted 35 degrees between 0000 and 0100, from 300 to 265 and

                                       increased in velocity 5 kts, from 26 to 31 kts.

                  0305    C/c to 310

                  0400    Steaming as before, taking occasional 200 to 250 rolls in 8 to 10 foot seas from 310 winds

                                       30 to 35 kts from 300. Barometer rising rapidly.

                  0535    Shifted the electrical load to Number 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0635    Split the electrical load between Number One (1) and Three (3) Ship’s Service Generator

                  0800    Steaming as before, rolling occasionally as much as 420 in 6 to 8 foot seas, and 30 to 40 kt winds.

                  0855    Experienced several rolls of 400 in winds of 40 kts and 8 foot seas

                  0930    Shifted from No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator to the emergency generator to exercise

                                       the emergency generator

                  1600    Steaming as before. Rolling in moderate seas

                  2130    C/c 310

1-20-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line with No. 4 Main Engine in standby. The electrical

                                       load is being carried on No. 1 Ship’s Service generator. Base course 310, Speed 8 kts.

                  0055    C/c 210 while launching weather balloon.

                  0111    C/c 285

                  0131    Observed bright white light flashing on horizon, bearing 320, seen by all topside personnel.

                                       Experienced several snow showers during which visibility was reduced.

                                       During periods of low visibility, sounded fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  0400    Steaming as before. Encountered several short periods of low visibility due

                                       to snow showers. During such periods, sounded fog signals in

                                       accordance with the international rules of the road.

                  0937    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0942    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 30 minute standby

                  1105    C/c 255

                  1122    C/c 265. Experienced several snow showers during which visibility was reduced.

                                       During periods of low visibility sounded fog signals in accordance with the

                                       international rules of the road.

                  1600    Steaming as before, barometer rising slowly, seas moderate and building.

                  1735    Attempted to shift the electrical load to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator, but

                                       the Generator was unable to hold the load due to trouble in the governor unit.

                  1755    Shifted the electrical load to No. 1 Ships Service Generator

                  1800    Steaming as before. Experienced several short snow squalls. Winds increased in intensity

                                       from 30 to 40 knots.

                  1957    C/c 270

                  1958    Visibility reduced to zero in snow flurry. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2001    C/c 275

                  2002    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

1-21-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. Two (2) Main Engine is on the line with No. Four (4) Main Engine in 15 minute

                                       standby and Nos. One (1) and Three (3) Main Engines in 30 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. Three (3) Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 275, Speed 8 kts.

                  0200    Reversed course to 090 to maintain station

                  0235    Commenced a period of frequent low visibility due to intermittent show showers.

                                       During these periods sounded fog signals in accordance with the international rules of the road.

                  0244    Gained surface contact on radar bearing 335, range 32 miles. Contact lost

                                       after several sweeps due to long range. Unable to plot contact's course and speed.

                  0800    Barometer rising slowly, seas moderate, snow squalls interrupting otherwise clear weather.

                  0815    C/c 0550 PGC

                  0832    C/s 10 kts to get back on course

                  0835    C/s 12 kts

                  0840    C/s 8 kts.

                  1003    C/c 0900 PGC

                  1305    C/c 110 to launch balloon. Determined gyro off about 250 Easterly by checking against

                                       magnetic compass. Commenced steering by standard compass.

                  1326    C/c to 0350 PSC

                  1404    C/c to 0450 PSC, for easiest riding course.

                  1404    Secured the gyro to check tubes.

                  1624    C/c 2500 PSC

                  1705    Placed gyro compass back on line. Conditions satisfactory. Unable to determine cause of gyro failure.

                  1950    C/c 208 PStgC

                  1953    C/c to 2500 PGC. Commenced steering by gyro compass.

1-22-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. Number Two (2) Main Engine is on the line. Number Four (4) Main Engine in 5

                                       minute standby. Number One (1) Ship Service Generator is carrying the electrical load.

                                       Base course 2080, Speed 8 kts. Experiencing occasional moderate rolls in 8 foot seas

                                       with winds from 210 to 25 to 30 kts

                  0300    Winds decreased to 16 kts, seas 6 foot.

                  0308    All engines stopped. Commenced lying to.

                  1200    Lying to in six foot seas. Rolling lightly.

                  1215    Winds veered approximately 750 to the West.

                  1737    Seas increased to eight feet. Placed Number Two (2) Main Engine on the line and got underway,

                                       speed 8 kts.

                  1740    C/c 240

                  1745    C/c 250

                  2304    Stopped No. Two (2) Main Engine and placed it in immediate standby.

                                       Commenced lying to in moderate seas.

                  2343    Placed No. Two (2) Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

1-23-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. Two 92) and Four (4) Main Engines are in 15 minute standby. The electrical

                                       load is on No. One (1) Ship’s Service Generator. The ship is lying to in moderate seas

                  1200    Underway lying to as before. Barometer starting to fall.

                  1533    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                  1538    Set Material Condition ZEBRA

                  1544    Secured from General Quarters. Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1800    Placed No. Two (2) Main Engine on the line. Set course 200, speed 8 kts.

                  1920    C/s 11 kts

                  2330    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

1-24-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. No. Two (2) Main Engine is on the line

                                       with No. Four (4) Main Engine in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on

                                       No. One (1) Ship’s Service generator. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set. Base course 200, Base speed 11 kts

                  0050    C/c to 210

                  0100    Set all clocks ahead 1 hour to conform to time zone + 10

                  0201    C/c to 200

                  0655    Placed number Four 94) Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0659    Port Engine ahead 1/3

                  0715    C/s 12 kts

                  1035    C/s 217 RPM for 12.5 kts

                  1040    The barometer fell 0.30 from 0800 to 1200 and the seas are building. Seas are now 8 ft.

                                       with winds from 25-35 kts.

                  1244    Placed No. Three (3) Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Split the electrical load between

                                       No. One (1) and Three (3) Ship’s Service Generator

                  1300    Noted a fall in barometer of .29 inches and an increase in winds to 50 kts, with seas to 20 ft.

                                       during 1200 to 1300 period

                  1345    Tripod on 03 level came loose due to heavy winds and seas.

                  1349    C/c 100. Sent three man working party topside to secure the tripod.

                  1355    Tripod secured, no apparent damage was noted.

                  1400    A barometer drop of .20 inches and an increase of winds to 60 kts and seas to 30 ft was noted

                                       during period from 1300 to 1400.

                  1420    Visibility decreased to 500 yards. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  1445    Seas increased to 35 ft. causing the ship to roll and pitch heavily.

                  1450    Placed No. One (1) and Three (3) Main Engines on the line.

                  1457    C/c 320. Necessary to use various speeds in order to change course.

                  1525    C/c 310. Ship now riding down seas providing a more comfortable course.

                  1543    C/s 10 kts

                  1545    Visibility increased to five miles. Ceased sounding fog signals. Noted that the seas shifted to

                                       130 and decreased to 25 ft.

                  1640    C/c 1300.

                  1710    C/s to 8 kts. Pitching moderately with an occasional pound. Seas are 30 feet with winds

                                       averaging 30 kts going as high as 50 kts. Taking water over the bow regularly.

                                       Barometer rising rapidly.

                  1951    Seas died considerably during the watch. Taking occasional water over the bow.

                  2000    Steaming as before in 20 foot seas from 130, winds from 130 velocity 30 kts.,

                                       rolling and pitching moderately to heavy.

                  2001    C/c 150

                  2004    C/s 10 kts

                  2014    C/s 11 kts

                  2215    C/c 165

                  2238    C/c 179

                  2256    Winds increased to 38 kts. Pitching moderately, in 15 foot seas with 25 to 30 foot swells

                                       off the port bow. C/s 10 kts

                  2330    Winds decreased to 27 kts. Seas to 12 feet.

                  2337    C/c 180

                  2345    C/c 200

1-25-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. On course 200, speed 10 kts.

                                       No. One (1), Two (2), Three (3), and Four (4) Main engines are on the line. The electrical

                                       load is split between No One (1), and Three (3), Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set

                  0007    C/c 205

                  0100    The wind shifted clockwise 75 degrees during the past hour.

                  0200    C/s 11 kts. The wind and seas continued to shift clockwise and to build in intensity.

                                       Rolling moderately in rough seas.

                  0255    During the past hour the ship took light pounding and moderate rolling in very rough seas.

                  0257    C/s 10 kts

                  0315    Noted wind gusts to 55 knots.

                  0750    C/c 1940.

                  0800    Arrived NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”.

                  0857    C/s 8 kts. Took starboard shaft off the line due to loss of fuel pressure.

                  0900    Chopped to operational control of COMDESFLOT FIVE.

                  0925    Placed starboard shaft on the line.

                  0930    C/s 10 kts

                  0939    C/s 13 kts

                  1015    Rolling moderately with an occasional pound.

                  1357    Took port shaft off the line due to a water line casualty to No. Four (4) Main Engine

                  1358    C/s 10 kts

                  1401    Put port shaft back on the line. C/s 14 kts

                  1409    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”, bearing 194, 30 miles.

                  1444    Visibility decreased to ¼ miles due to snow. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  1445    Experienced cold frontal passage. Temperature dropped 50, winds increased 12 knots

                                       with gusts to 55 kts.

                  1454    Visibility increased to 6 miles, ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1456    C/s 15 kts. During the watch the ship was rolling and pitching moderately. Waves averaged 10 feet.

                  1600    Underway as before, ship riding well in moderate seas. Weather clear with occasional squalls

                  1758    C/s 15 kts

                  1800    C/s 16 kts

                  1921    C/s 17 kts

1-26-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to Midway Island

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos One (1), Two (2), Three (3), and Four (4) Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 194, speed 17 kts

                  0148    Obtained unidentified surface contact on radar. Bearing 074, range 18.5 miles.

                  0200    Arrived NAVAID/SAR Station “AB”.

                  0209    Contact determined to be on course 263, speed 14.5 knots.

                  0225    Contact is at CPA bearing 055, range 35,700 yards.

                  0330    Contact faded from radar, bearing 328, range 22 miles.

                  0600    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” bearing 202, range 30 miles

                  0800    Steaming as before, barometer steady, seas moderate, ship riding comfortably

                  0830    C/c 192 PGC

                  1430    Alerted to watch for AEW aircraft returning to Midway Island, with bad engine.

                  1500    Experienced gusts of winds up to 50 kts.

                  1624    Detected a leak in the First Class berthing space.

                  1625    C/s 8 kts, reduced speed to send men on forecastle to investigate source of leak.

                  1636    Small leak located in forward magazine. Leak patched immediately.

                  1640    C/s 15 kts

                  1649    An extremely large wave broke over the forecastle.

                  1655    C/c 030, C/s 8 kts. Maneuvered the ship to afford a smooth ride in order to

                                       investigate possible damage due to wave.

                  1710    Investigators report damage to ready service locker. Forward portion of

                                       stand for ready service locker was partially parted and top of locker was loose.

                                       Locker secured with line and small stuff.

                  1714    C/c 192. C/s 12 kts

                  1740    C/c 190. Ship encountered a frontal passage during the watch. Winds shifted from 155 to 220

                                       and seas shifted from 170 to 210. Cloud formations changed from stratocumulus to Altocumulus.

                  1800    Seas gradually diminished to height of six (6) ft., and wind velocity diminished to 25 kts during the watch.

                  1912    C/s 13 kts

                  1918    C/s 14 kts

                  1930    C/s 15 kts.

                  2301    C/s to 16 kts

1-27-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to Midway Island

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set. Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 190. Speed 16 kts

                  0031    C/s 17 kts.

                  0045    Sent in report upon leaving “AP”.

                  0500    Rolling and pitching moderately. Taking water over the bow quite frequently.

                  0800    Steaming as before. Weather clearing, seas moderate, barometer rising slowly.

                                       Ship taking spray over the bow and pounding occasionally.

                  1031    C/s 16 kts, due to excessive pitching.

                  1217    C/s 15 kts due to excessive pitching

                  1432    C/s 16 kts

                  1600    Steaming as before in moderate seas and 20-30 Kt. winds

                  1853    C/s 17 kts. Rolling and pitching moderately

                  2000    Steaming as before. Wind shifting to the east, seas moderate on the starboard bow.

                                       Weather clear, ship riding comfortably

1-28-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR station “AO” to Midway Island

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load

                                       is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 193, base speed 17 kts.

                  0029    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 154, distance 48,000.

                                       Unidentified radar contact tracked and determined to be on course 273, speed 11 kts.

                                       CPA 198, distance 1.5 miles.

                  0132    Sighted unidentified contact, bearing 159, range 16,000 yds

                  0155    Contact at CPA bearing 198, distance 1.5 miles.

                  1057    C/s 15 kts

                  0200    C/s 16 kts

                  0203    C/s 17 kts

                  0340    Surface contact faded, bearing 325, distance 27,000

                  0637    Obtained radar contact with Midway bearing 175, range 39.5 miles.

                  0708    C/c 185

                  0824    Crossed the 100 fathom curve.

                  0815    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 140, range 10 miles.

                                       Contact determined to be on course 000, speed 3 kts.

                  0844    Contact passed CPA bearing 080, range 15,000 yards.

                  0931    Backed all engines 1/3.

                  0933    C/s 15 kts.

                  0940    Set the special sea and anchor detail. Captain and Navigator on the bridge.

                                       The OOD has the conn. Commenced steering various course and at

                                       various speeds to conform to the Midway Islands channel.

                  1015    The Captain assumed the conn.

                  1023    YTB 412 (USS CONCHARDEE) came alongside to port.

                  1036    Moored portside to pier south two, U.S. Naval Station, Midway Islands with standard mooring lines

                  1113    Commenced taking on diesel fuel at forward and after stations. Draft forward 10’4”, draft Aft 10’2”

                  1500    Commenced preparations for getting underway.

                  1525    Placed numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines in immediate standby

                  1545    Stationed the special sea detail

                  1551    Placed Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines on the line

                  1605    Underway for Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1620    Passed buoys 1 & 2. Came to course 1800 PGC, speed 15 kts

                  1651    With Midway light bearing 3250T distance 6.5 miles, took departure from Midway Island

                                       enroute to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, independently in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT 5 MSG 251901Z. Captain at the conn, Navigator on the bridge.

                                       Maneuvering on various courses and speeds out of Midway channel

                  1700    C/s 17.5 kts.

                  1945    Obtained contact with the Pearl and Hermes Reef on radar. Bearing 0850T, range 20 miles.

                  2120    Sighted Pearl and Hermes Reef off the port beam. Bearing 300, distance 8 miles.

                                       Bearing drift to the left range opening.

1-29-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Midway island to Pearl Harbor in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE message 251901Z of JAN 1961. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Numbers 1 (ONE), 2 (TWO), 3 (THREE) and 4 (FOUR) Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 (ONE) and 3 (THREE) Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 109, base speed 17.5 kts.

                  0800    Steaming as before, seas calm, weather clear

                  1200    Steaming as before, seas clam, weather clear

                  1400    C/c to 108

                  1430    PART, B.R., SK3, USN suffered a gash in his lower lip while operating a skeet trap.

                                       Not due to his own misconduct. Treated by the hospital corpsman. Disposition: Returned to duty.

                  1915    Crossed 100 fathom curve. Commenced crossing over Raita Bank.

                  1940    Completed crossing over Raita Bank. Depth increased to 1000 fathoms.

                  2051    C/c 1060T.

1-30-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from Midway Island in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE message 251901Z of January 1961.

                                       Base course 106. Base speed 17.5 kts. Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 ships service generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set. The sea is calm, weather clear.

                  0017    Obtained radar contact bearing 159, distance 13 miles. Contact believed to be

                                       GARDNER PINNACLES.

                  0020    Sighted GARDNER PINNACLES, bearing 155, distance 11 miles.

                  0050    C/c 105

                  0053    Passed GARDNER PINNACLES abeam to starboard bearing 192, distance 7 miles.

                  0127    Lost sight of GARDNER PINNACLES.

                  1145    Obtained radar contact with Neckers Island, bearing 175, range 42 miles.

                  1327    C/c 1080 PGC

                  1502    Lost contact with Neckers Island, bearing 142, distance 55 miles.

                  2118    Sighted Nihoa Island, bearing 150, distance 22 miles.

                  2120    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 057, distance 25 miles. Contact on course 300 speed 19 kts.

                  2151    Contact reached CPA bearing 022, distance 20.5 miles.

                  2209    Held Nihoa Island at CPA bearing 198, distance 15 miles.

                  2239    C/c 114

                  2245    Contact faded on radar bearing 329, distance 32 miles.

                  2250    Nihoa Island faded visually, bearing 235, distance 19 miles.

1-31-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from Midway Island in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE message 251901Z of January 1961. Base course 114.

                                       Base speed 17.5 kts. Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 ships service generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set. The sea is calm, weather clear.

                  0005    Nihoa Island faded, bearing 2780, distance 52 miles.

                  0315    Obtained initial radar contact with Kauai Island. Bearing 1290, distance 74 miles and

                                       Nihau Island bearing 1550, distance 50 miles.

                  0535    Sighted loom of Kilauea Point light, bearing 1200.

                  0549    Sighted Kilauea Point light, bearing 1200, distance 20 miles.

                  0602    C/c 105. Obtained radar surface contact. Bearing 100, distance 14 miles.

                                       Determined to be on course 265, speed 15.

                  0603    Sighted surface contact range lights. Bearing drift is right. CPA 126, distance 2 miles.

                  0606    C/c 100

                  0624    C/c 105

                  0626    Contact at CPA bearing 180, range 2 miles. Identified as medium size freighter.

                  0706    Passed Kilauea Point light abeam to starboard. Bearing 200, distance 3 miles.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: SNUB, F.S., FA, AWOL since 0600, 4 JAN 1961

                  0900    Made radar landfall on Oahu with Kaena Point light. Bearing 1230, 47 miles.

                  0940    Sighted Oahu visually. Bearing 115, distance 36 miles.

                  1133    C/c 123

                  1134    C/s 16.5 kts

                  1140    Sighted Barbers Point light, bearing 1180.

                  1300    Steaming at various speeds testing backing bells

                  1337    Entered inland waters

                  1340    Set the special sea and anchoring detail. Captain and Navigator on the bridge.

                                       ENS SEAKEEPING at the Conn

                  1345    Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to Pearl Harbor channel

                  1414    LT QUARTERINGSEA is at the Conn.

                  1429    Moored Pier BRAVO, Berth 25.

                  1443    Underway from B-25.

                  1447    Moored Pier BRAVO, Berth 23.

                  1455    Secured the special sea and anchoring detail. Moored starboard side with

                                       standard mooring lines. Set modified material condition YOKE

                  1725    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for temporary duty

                  2337    One petty officer returned aboard from shore patrol duty

2-1-61       0800    Mustered the crew at quarters, Absentees: SNUB, F.S., FA, AWOL since 0600, 4 JAN 1961.

                  0904    Received the YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) and the MENOQUET (YTB 256) alongside.

                                       Captain PAPE reported aboard to serve as pilot

                  0905    Set the special sea and anchor detail.

                  0915    Underway under tow by tug to NAD, Oahu, to off load ammunition. Pilot at the Conn.

                                       Captain and Navigator on the bridge.

                  1015    Moored starboard side to Pier WHISKEY, Berth 3, West Loch, U.S. Naval Ammunition Depot,

                                       Oahu with standard mooring lines

                  1024    Secured the special sea and anchor detail

                  1025    Commenced transferring ammunition.

                  1049    Completed transferring ammunition; having transferred to NAD, Oahu 40 3”/50 R.F. ctgs.,

                                       88 7.2” Projector charge, 4 torpedos MK32-2, 11 Depth Charges MK9 MOD 5,

                                       and various pyrotechnics and fuses.

                  1050    Set the special sea and anchor detail

                  1145    Moored starboard side to Pier BRAVO, berth 23, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       with standard mooring lines.

                  1154    Tugs YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) and the MENOQUET (YTB 256) with pilot departed port side.

                                       Secured special sea and anchor detail

                  1600    CDR LOWENTROUT, COMCORTRON FIVE, broke his flag in this vessel.

                  1745    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed the ship to report to

                                       the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD.

                  1830    USS SAVAGE (DER 386) moored alongside to port.

                  2347    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD

2-2-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: SNUB, F.S., FA, AWOL since 0600, 4 January 1961.

                  0900    COMCORTRON FIVE came on board and commenced Engineering Inspection.

                  0930    COMCORTRON FIVE completed Engineering Inspection.

                  1001    COMCORTRON FIVE left the ship.

2-3-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: SNUB, F.S., FA, was this date

                                       declared a deserter from this vessel, having been AWOL since 4 January 1961,

                                       a period of thirty days. PRODECK, D.F., FA, failed to return from annual leave

                  0900    Commenced Commodore’s Inspection of lower decks.

                  1105    Secured from inspection.

2-4-61       0830    Mustered the crew at quarters, absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FN.

                  0900    Commenced COMCORTRON FIVE’s Personnel Inspection.

                  0920    Secured from COMCORTRON FIVE’s Personnel Inspection.

                  0920    Commenced COMCORTRON FIVE’s Inspection of topside messing and berthing spaces.

                  1039    Secured from COMCORTRON FIVE’s Inspection of topside messing and berthing spaces.

2-5-61       0900    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA.

                  1605    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship

                                       to report to Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2145    One petty officer returned aboard from TAD on Shore Patrol

2-6-61       0900    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 0900,

                                       3 February 1961.

                  1211    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-judicial punishment as follows:

                                       PARCELLING, W.R., IC3. Offense: Improper performance of duty on 31 January 1961.

                                       Punishment: Reprimand.

2-7-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PARCELLING, W.R., FA,

                                       AWOL since 0900, 3 February 1961

                  1200    The Commanding Officer held mast on SMALLSTUFF, S.C., CSSN, and

                                       awarded the following punishment: SEVEN (7) days confinement in

                                       the Marine Brig at Pearl Harbor.

                                       Offense: Willfully disobeying a lawful command of a superior officer. Article 90, UCMJ

2-8-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL

                                       since 0900, 3 February 1961.

2-9-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL

                                       since 0900, 3 February 1961.

                  0830    PARAVANES, T.S., EN1, USN sustained a bruised thigh, while performing

                                       duties in #1 Main Engine room when he was struck by a chain falling

                                       from overhead, due to a sprung beam clamp. In the line of duty, not misconduct.

2-10-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 3 FEB 1961

                  1007    Dumpster on pier is on fire. Called away the fire party.

                  1018    Fire is extinguished. Secured the fire party.

                  1100    Commenced Captain’s Messing, Berthing, and Head Inspection.

                  1120    PALMANDNEEDLE, S.T., FA, USN received first degree burns while

                                       taking a pan of hot pudding down a ladder. PALMANDNEEDLE was

                                       treated aboard ship. Injury sustained in line of duty, not misconduct.

                  1215    Secured from Captain’s Messing, Berthing, and Head Inspection.

2-11-61     0700    CINCPACFLT assumed SOPA in CINCPACFLT Headquarters, Makalapa Heights, Hawaii

                  0800    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 3 FEB 1961

2-12-61     0900    Mustered the crew on stations. One (1) absentee: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 3 FEB 1961

2-13-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 3 FEB 1961

                  0800    While coming out of a hatch in M Division Compartment, PAINTER, L.B., FN, USN,

                                       received contusion with laceration of left second finger when hatch fell on his hand;

                                       not due to his own misconduct. Treatment administered by ship’s Hospital Corpsman.

                                       Disposition: Returned to active duty.

                  1350    SMALLSTUFF, S.C., CSSN, was released from confinement and restored to duty by order

                                       of Commanding Officer

2-14-61     0700    Mustered crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 0900 3 February 1961

                  0740    YO-78 moored along port side of USS SAVAGE (DER-386).

                  0835    Commenced fueling from YO-78. Draft forward 10’5”, Draft aft 10’ 11”.

                  1230    Secured from fueling from YO-78. Draft forward 11’ 0”, Draft aft 11’ 1”.

                                       Received 30, 549 gallons diesel oil.

                  1240    YO-78 underway from alongside USS SAVAGE (DER-386)

2-15-61     0518    While loading deep fat fryer with grease, SHOREUP, P.R., SN, received second degree burns

                                       of right arm and hand; not due to his own misconduct. Treatment administered

                                       by ship’s hospital corpsman.

                                       Disposition: relieved of galley duty, assigned to light duty.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 0900 3 FEB 1961

2-16-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 3 FEBRUARY 1961

                  1600    Commander LOWENTROUT, COMCORTRON FIVE, shifted his pennant to the

                                       USS FALGOUT (DER-324).

                  2300    PADRE, A.S., EN3, USN, illegally left the ship by jumping to the pier from the forecastle.

                  2335    The base police notified the ship that PADRE had been apprehended.

                  2355    PADRE was returned to the ship where he was put under guard for the remainder of the night.

2-17-61     0600    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0730    Set material condition YOKE

                  0800    Mustered crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 0900, 3 February 1961

                  0830    Set the special sea and anchoring detail.

                  0840    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft: 11’ FWD, 12’5” AFT, 11’8 ½” MEAN.

                                       Captain and Navigator on the bridge; Executive Officer at the Conn.

                  0850    Underway breasting out from the pier alongside the USS SAVAGE (DER-386)

                                       with tug and pilot aboard SAVAGE..

                  0859    Underway from alongside the SAVAGE. Commenced maneuvering on various course

                                       and at various speeds to conform to the Pearl Harbor channel, enroute to pier WHISKEY ONE.

                  0942    Moored starboard side to Pier WHISKEY ONE, U.S. N.A.D., Pearl Harbor.

                  0950    Secured the special sea and anchoring detail. Set the ammunition loading detail.

                  0958    Commenced loading all topside ammunition.

                  1027    Completed loading topside ammunition; secured the ammunition loading detail.

                                       Set the special sea and anchoring detail

                  1101    Underway for barrier patrol. Maneuvering on various courses and at various speeds

                                       while standing out of Pearl Harbor Channel. Captain and Navigator on the bridge.

                                       ENS PULLS at the Conn.

                  1105    ENS SEAKEEPING at the Conn

                  1123    Discovered smoke coming from air vent amidships. Went to general emergency quarters.

                  1130    Passed buoys 1 and 2 on course 154, speed 14 kts.

                  1134    Determined cause of smoke to be a leak in the muffler on No. 1 Main Engine.

                                       Set a watch on the muffler; secured from general emergency quarters.

                                       Secured the special sea and anchoring detail; set the regular underway watch

                  1135    OOD Conning.

                  1139    Entered international waters

                  1141    C/c 267

                  1150    Stopped the starboard shaft to take No. 1 Main Engine off the line.

                                       Engineering status No. 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines on the line; electrical load split

                                       between No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  1153    C/s 12 kts

                  1200    C/s indicating 210 RPM’s on starboard shaft and 246 RPM’s on port shaft.

                  1238    With Barbers Point Light abeam to starboard, distance 2 miles changed course to 313

                  1245    C/s indicating 265 RPM’s on port shaft, and 247 RPM’s on starboard shaft.

                  1422    C/c 338, with Kaena Point bearing 048, distance 17.4 miles. Took departure for

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE Op-Order 4-61

                                       and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                  1450    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       PADRE, A.S., EN3. Offense: Violation of UCMJ, Article 86.

                                       Punishment: Reduction in rate to FN

                  1602    C/s port ahead 1/3, starboard stop in order to put No. 1 Main Engine on the line.

                                       Gradually built up speed to 17 kts at 1641.

                  1710    Shifted electrical load from 1 and 2 parallel to 1 and 3 split.

                  1739    Shifted electrical load from 1 and 3 split to 1 and 2 parallel because No. 3 s/s generator

                                       wouldn’t come up to speed.

                  1751    Placed No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator out of commission due to stuck injector rack.

2-18-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station from U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 4-61

                                       and COMBARPAC Op-order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators are paralleled. Base course 338, speed 17 kt.

                  0800    Mustered crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL since 0900, 3 February 1961.

                  0802    C/c 342 C/s 17.5 kts.

                  0925    Placed number 3 Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Split the electrical load between

                                       1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Placed number 2 Ship’s Service Generator in standby.

                  1311    Exercised the crew at General Quarters.

                  1320    Secured from General Quarters.

                  1327    After lookout reported fire in Fanfare winch cover. Investigation determined fire caused by cigarette.

                  1329    Fire was put out.

                  1508    Shifted the electrical load to No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators, split.

                  1715    Shifted the electrical load from 1 & 3 split to 1 & 2 paralleled. Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1817    Shifted from #2 s/s generator to #3 s/s generator. Split the load between Nos. 1 and 3 s/s generators

                  1856    Shifted from #3 s/s generator to #2 s/s generator. Paralleled load between Nos. 1 and 2 s/s generators

2-19-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 04-61. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is paralleled between Nos. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 342, Base speed 17.5 kts.

                  0800    C/c 340

                  0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentee: PRODECK, D.F., FA, having been

                                       UA since 0900, 3 February 1961

                  1200    Steaming as before. Wind increased to 25 kt from 22.5. Seas 6 to 8 feet

                                       taking occasional 15 to 20 degree rolls.

                  2011    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 046, distance 18 miles.

                  2021    Unidentified contact tracked and determined to be on course 275, speed 12 kts.

                  2059    Sighted contact visually bearing 086, distance 12.5 miles.

                  2105    Held contact at CPA bearing 090, distance 12.5 miles.

                  2210    Contact faded bearing 142, distance 21.2 miles.

2-20-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 04-61. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is paralleled between Nos. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 338, Base speed 17.5 kts. Rolling heavily to starboard, moderately to port.

                                       Winds are from 30 to 40 kts, pounding occasionally.

                  0400    Steaming as before. Pounding occasionally in moderate seas.

                  0915    Shifted the electrical load from 1 & 2 generators paralleled to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators split.

                                       Secured No. 2 generator

                  1712    C/s 16.7 kts due to overheating of number 4 Main Engine.

                  1725    Casualty restored. C/s 17.5 kts.

2-21-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 04-61. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 s/s generators.

                                       Base course is 338, Base speed is 17.5 kts. Wind and seas are moderate

                  0315    Took No. 3 s/s generator off the line to repair gauge line.

                  1400    C/c 345

                  1531    Exercised the crew at ditching at sea drill.

                  1544    Secured from ditching at sea drill.

                  2151    Obtained USS DURANT (DER-389) on surface radar at CPA bearing 262, range 15 mi.

                  2224    USS DURANT (DER-389) faded from radar bearing 209, range 20 mi.

                  2300    Chopped to Operational Control COMBARPAC.

2-22-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 04-61. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       The weather is clear and clam with seas having a light ground-swell.

                                       Base course 345, speed 17.5 kt.

                  0002    C/s 16 kt.

                  0015    C/s 15 kt.

                  0030    C/s 12 kt.

                  0045    C/s 10 kt.

                  0100    Arrived on NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”. Assumed CTU 50.8.2. C/s 8 kt.

                                       Took No. 2 and 4 Main Engines off the line and placed in 15 minute standby

                  0200    C/c 338. Stopped the port engine. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  0504    Visibility decreased to less than one fourth (1/4) miles, due to snow.

                                       Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with International Rules of the Road.

                  0511    Visibility increased to six (6) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0925    Shifted the electrical load to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator, placed No. 2

                                       Ship’s Service Generator in standby. Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator for repairs.

                  1036    Commenced swinging ship.

                  1136    Secured from swinging ship. Set course 090

                  1200    Underway as before in light winds and seas.

                  1306    C/c 0400T to facilitate launching of weather balloon. C/c 0570T

                  1340    C/c 0900T.

                  1355    Commenced steering various courses as directed by the Navigator while swinging ship.

                  1802    C/s 11 kt

                  1820    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Secured form swinging ship.

                                       Lost gyro. Gyro casualty suspected to be due to a slow electrical load shift.

                                       Set base course 250 PStgC, speed 8 kt.

                  2213    Placed gyro compass back in commission.

                  2240    Commenced steering by gyro compass on course 264.

2-23-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line and

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is in standby. The electrical load is on No. 3 s/s generator.

                                       Base course is 264, speed is 138 turns for 2 turns over 8 kts.

                                       The weather is clear to partly cloudy with moderate winds and seas.

                  0140    Shifted the electrical load form No. 3 to No. 1 s/s generator.

                  0220    Commenced steering 2500 magnetic due to gyro casualty.

                  0250    Secured the gyro to reset to correct the error.

                  0325    Commenced steering by gyro compass. Course 264.

                  0500    C/c 084.

                  1100    C/c 305

                  1115    Stopped all engines.

                  1116    Backed starboard engine.

                  1118    Let go the sea anchor with 25 fathoms of line.

                  1120    Stopped all engines. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  1531    Held fire drill. Exercised the crew at General Quarters.

                  1536    Set Material condition ZEBRA

                  1541    Secured from fire drill.

                  1542    Held abandon ship drill.

                  1550    Secured from abandon ship drill. Remanned all General Quarters stations.

                  1556    Set material condition YOKE

                  1559    Secured from General Quarters.

                  2000    Underway as before. Seas calm, winds moderate. Barometer falling, slowly.

                                       Ship riding comfortably to sea anchor.

2-24-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway with no way on, sea anchor is streamed.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine in five minute standby with No. 2, 3, and 4 in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 s/s generator. The seas are moderate

                  0820    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0834    Visibility increased to 3 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1015    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples.

                                       Condition – Normal. Made weekly inspection of magazine sprinkling system. Test: Satisfactory.

                  1335    Secured No. 2 control stand for repairs.

                  1425    Put No. 2 control stand back in commission.

                  1430    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of lower decks, holds, and storerooms.

                  1559    Secured from Captain’s lower deck inspection.

                  1625    Placed number one Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1632    Placed number one Main Engine on the line. Set course 215, speed 8 kts on the starboard shaft.

                  1700    USS SAVAGE (DER-386) assumed CTU 50.8.2

                  2033    C/c 245

                  2258    C/s 0 kts. Stopped all engines. Commenced lying to.

                  2300    Noted a 1300 shift in the wind from 260 to 130.

                  2320    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

2-25-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway with no way on. No. 1 Main Engine

                                       is in five minute standby. No. 4 Main Engine is in fifteen minute standby.

                                       Nos. 2 and 3 Main Engine are out of commission.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator. The seas are about three feet.

                  0200    Visibility decreased to one fourth mile. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  0345    Visibility increased to six (6) miles. Secured sounding fog signals.

                  0528    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to fog and snow. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  0540    Visibility increased to 4 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0543    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line. Set course 325, speed 8 kts.

                  0550    Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line.

                  0601    C/s to 10 kts on both shafts. C/s to 8 kts both shafts

                  0626    C/s to 10 kts

                  0627    C/c to 330

                  0640    C/s to 11 kts

                  0657    C/s to 14 kts with 275 RPM’s on the starboard shaft.

                  0710    Split the electrical load between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  0755    Reduced speed on starboard shaft to 247 RPM.

                  0759    Port engine stop,

                  0800    Placed #3 Main Engine on the line, port engine ahead 1/3. Commenced coming up to full speed.

                  0808    C/s port engine ahead 2/3

                  0813    C/s Port engine ahead standard, 243 RPM

                  0817    C/s 15 kts

                  0820    C/s 16 kts

                  0822    C/s 17 kts.

                  0835    Changed operational control to COMDESFLOT FIVE.

                  0930    Departed station enroute to Adak, Alaska, to obtain medical assistance for

                                       PALMANDNEEDLE, S.T., FA, USN, suspected of having acute appendicitis.

                  0935    C/s 17.5 kts.

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s inspection of heads, messing and berthing spaces.

                  1105    Secured from Captain’s inspection of heads, messing and berthing spaces.

                  1452    C/c 328

                  2052    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. The load is split

                                       between Nos. 2 and 3

                  2100    C/c 323, C/s 13 kts

                  2145    Obtained radar contact with Umak Island, bearing 354.5 range 61.7 miles.

                  2343    Obtained unidentified radar land fall bearing 330, range 81.25 miles.

2-26-61     0000    Steaming independently in route from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to Adak Island, Alaska

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 Msg 251948Z.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       number 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 323, speed 13 kts.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness FOUR is set.

                                       Sighted Andreanoff Islands on radar bearing 333, range 74 miles.

                  0340    Sighted Andreanoff Islands bearing 350, 18 miles

                  0454    C/c 065; paralleling 100 fathom curve, looking for CHUGUL Pass.

                  0505    C/s 15 kts

                  0525    C/c 050

                  0540    C/c 025

                  0542    Fog observed to be closing in on islands.

                  0554    C/c 325, C/s 10 kts; commenced transit of CHUGUL Pass.

                  0555    Visibility decreased to 2 miles in snow; commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0606    Unable to sight CHUGUL Island light. C/c 145

                  0620    C/c 325

                  0621    Visibility increased to 4 miles; secured sounding fog signals.

                  0628    Visibility reduced to 500 yards intermittently in snow flurries; commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road during periods of low visibility.

                  0639    Radar fix held our position to the right of center of channel through pass; C/c 305.

                  0642    Although within 1 ½ miles of CHUGUL Island light, failed to see light; C/c 145

                  0705    C/c 325

                  0710    C/c 312

                  0723    C/c 302

                  0727    C/c 300

                  0730    C/s 12 kts

                  0745    C/c 307

                  0752    C/c 270

                  0755    C/c 268

                  0756    C/c 265

                  0808    C/s 15 kts

                  0809    C/c 261

                  0810    Sighted ASUKSAK Island light bearing 287, range 2000 yds.

                  0815    C/s 17 kts

                  0819    Passed ASUKSAK Island light abeam to starboard bearing 351, range 400 yd.

                  0825    Entering the BERING Sea.

                  0850    C/s 17.5 kts

                  0915    Set the special sea and anchoring detail

                  0922    C/c 249

                  0923    C/c 245

                  0924    C/s 12 kts

                  0927    C/c 249

                  0932    C/c 250

                  0935    C/s 8 kts. Passed breakwater to Sweepers Cove on Adak Island;

                                       commenced maneuvering on various courses and at various speeds

                                       while making approach on Pier 10. YTB 139 (USS ALA) with

                                       advisory pilot aboard standing clear to port.

                  0947    Moored port side to Pier 10

                  0955    Moored with standard mooring lines; 35 knots of wind is setting ship on pier; surge is 4 feet.

                                       Secured the special sea and anchor detail; set the regular in port watch.

                                       SOPA is CO, NavSta., Adak. Ships present include USS HITCHITI (ATF-103).

                  1020    PALMANDNEEDLE, S.T., FA, USN, departed ship in ambulance for

                                       medical treatment at U.S. Naval Hospital, Adak.

                  1021    Commenced taking on fuel.

                  1130    No. 4 line parted due to surge of ship. Put over a different No. 4 line.

                  1230    YTB 402 (USS PANAMETA) stood by our starboard bow with wire rope to hold ship away from pier.

                  1300    YTB 402 (USS PANAMETA) parted 2 successive heaving lines while

                                       holding us from pier in 25-35 knots of wind.

                  1305    Secured from taking on fuel having taking on 41,626 gals diesel fuel.

                  1315    Mustered the crew on stations; absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AOL since 0900, 3 Feb. 1961.

                  1330    Set the special sea and anchoring detail

                  1349    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Captain and Navigator are on the bridge;

                                       Captain Conning. YTB 402 (USS PANAMETA) standing by with wire rope to starboard bow.

                  1410    Cast off all lines.

                  1415    Moored; tug not familiar with our intentions.

                  1422    Underway breasting out from pier. Maneuvering with engines and rudder to

                                       twist out stern while YTB 402 (USS PANAMETA) is pulling out bow.

                  1428    YTB 402 (USS PANAMETA) parted wire rope to our bow and was waved clear of ship.

                                       Continued backing into basin.

                  1430    Commenced sharp turn into wind with all engines ahead full and right full rudder.

                  1432    Set course 070, speed 12 kts.

                  1440    OOD took the Conn.

                  1442    Secured the special sea and anchoring detail.

                  1450    C/c 081

                  1536    C/c 16 kts

                  1547    C/c 082

                  1601    C/c 083

                  1612    Passed ASUKSAK island light abeam to port, range 1.2 miles.

                  1616    C/c 080

                  1625    C/c 090

                  1627    C/s 17 kts

                  1655    C/c 148

                  1715    Took departure from Adak Island with Anagansik Island bearing 2910, range 3.7 miles enroute

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”. Base course 148, base speed 17 kts.

                  1724    Crossed the 100 fathom curve.

2-27-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Adak island, Alaska to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG 251948Z FEB 1961 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Ord 201-60 ON COURSE 148, SPEED 17 KTS.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  0313    Lost all gyro input to repeaters. Commenced steering 139 PStgC. Gyro casualty due

                                       to overheating and burning out of amplifier system.

                  0400    Commenced steering by gyro compass.

                  1130    Changed Operational Control to COMBARPAC.

                  1230    Arrived NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” C/s 10 kts

                  1245    C/s 8 kts

                  1300    Commenced engineering casualty control drills.

                  1317    Stopped the starboard shaft. Placed number 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                                       Placed number 2 Main Engine in 60 minute standby.

                  1327    C/c 090

                  1345    C/c 060

                  1352    Secured from engineering casualty control drills. Placed number 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1533    Commenced ditching at sea drill.

                  1544    Secured from ditching at sea drill.

                  2039    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby. Took No. 1 Main Engine off the line

                  2052    Secured No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  2120    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

2-28-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and COMDESFLOT 5 MSG 251948Z Feb. 1961.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set. The electrical load is on

                                       No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. No. 3 Main Engine is on the line with Nos. 2 and 4 Main Engines

                                       in 15 minute standby. Base course 060, base speed 8 kts.

                  0101    C/c to 210

                  0400    Steaming as before; sea calm with light swell and winds. Barometer steady; visibility clear.

                  0718    Stopped all engines, placed #3 Main Engine in immediate standby and commenced lying to

                                       on a heading of 1700 PGC.

                  1532    Exercised the crew at General Quarters.

                  1542    Set material condition ZEBRA. Exercised damage control parties with simulated rocket hit forward.

                  1612    Set material condition YOKE.

                  1620    Secured from General Quarters.

                  1645    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Set course 090, speed 8 kts on the port shaft.

                                       Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1703    C/c 080

                  2000    Steaming as before in 10 foot seas from 100, winds from 095 35 kts. The ship is rolling moderately

                                       15 to 20 degrees.

                  2020    Placed number 2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  2022    Placed number 2 Main Engine on the starboard shaft at 8 kts.

                  2024    C/c 085

                  2033    C/c 090

                  2043    C/c 095

                  2045    C/c 085

                  2047    C/c 090

                  2052    Placed number three Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Split the electrical load between

                                       number 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  2200    Seas increased to 12 feet, wind velocity increased to 40 kts. Experiencing occasional 25 degree rolls.

3-1-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and COMDESFLOT 5 MSG 251948Z Feb. 1961.

                                       Base course 090, speed 8 kts. No. 2 and 3 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Ship is riding into rough seas and gale winds.

                  0137    C/c 270. Course change required standard bell on shafts to bring ship’s speed up to 8 knots

                                       through the water in order to reverse course. Maneuver required 13 minutes to complete.

                  0639    C/c 090

                  0808    Commenced steering by magnetic compass. Gyro error varies between 10 and 60.

                  0830    Seas continue to build. Height 15 feet.

                  1100    Fog and rain preceded the passage of a warm front.

                  1115    Wind shifted from 110 to 130. Seas shifted to 125, decreasing to 8 feet.

                  1323    C/c to 100 magnetic

                  1325    C/c to 115 magnetic

                  1333    C/c to 130 magnetic

                  1342    C/c to 140 magnetic

                  1355    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  1529    Commenced steering by gyro compass. Steering course 154.

                  1546    Stopped the port shaft.

                  1600    Steaming as before. Visibility ½ mile in heavy fog, barometer falling slowly, seas moderating.

                  1558    C/s port engine ahead 1/3

                  1630    Visibility increased to five miles; ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1715    Stopped the starboard shaft due to low lube oil pressure in #2 Main Engine.

                  1717    Placed #1 Main Engine on the line. C/s starboard engine ahead 1/3

                  1735    Low lube oil pressure in #2 Main Engine determined to be due to excess air

                                       in the lube oil system. #2 Main Engine now operating satisfactorily.

                  1810    Placed No. 2 & 4 Main Engine on the line.

                  1930    Obtained radar contact, bearing 190, range 17 miles. Contact identified as

                                       USS FALGOUT (DER-324). Determined to be on course 334, 12 knots.

                                       CPA 238, 21,800 yards.

                  1949    C/s 10 kts.

                  1954    C/s 12 kts.

                  1958    C/s 15 kts.

                  2000    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”.

                  2010    USS FALGOUT (DER-324) determined to be at CPA bearing 240, range 20,000 yd.

                  2100    C/c 160

                  2200    Changed operational control to COMDESFLOT FIVE.

                  2240    C/s 16 kt.

3-2-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute U.S. NAVSTA., Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                                       and COMDESFLOT 5 MSG 251948Z Feb. 1961. Base course is 160, speed 15 kts.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Seas are moderate with winds of 25 kts.

                  0400    Steaming as before; visibility clear, barometer rising slowly. Ship riding comfortably,

                                       but taking spray and pounding occasionally in moderate seas.

                  0711    C/s 17 kts

                  0825    Suffered a loss of lube oil pressure to the port reduction gear due to a burst line.

                                       Commenced slowing the port shaft.

                  0828    Stopped the port shaft. Turning 14 kts. on the starboard shaft.

                  1210    C/s 8 kts on starboard shaft.

                  1211    Placed port shaft back on the line.

                  1226    C/s 12 kts.

                  1241    C/s 15 kts.

                  1259    C/s 16 kts.

                  1305    C/s 17 kts.

                  1326    C/s 17.5 kts.

                  1424    C/s 15 kts

                  1426    C/s 12 kts

                  1427    C/s port shaft ahead 1/3, starboard ahead 2/3.

                  1428    C/s port shaft stopped, starboard ahead 2/3

                  1430    C/s 14 kts on starboard shaft, port shaft secured due to lube oil leak.

                  1625    Repaired lube oil leak to the port reduction gear. Placed Nos. 3 and 4 Main Engines on the line.

                  1637    Brought port shaft up to 2/3 speed.

                  1658    C/s 15 kts

                  1711    C/s 16 kts

                  1716    C/s 16.5 kts

                  1720    C/s 17 kts

                  1725    C/s 17.5 kts

                  1732    Lost lube oil pressure to port reduction gear momentarily due to vibrating valve.

3-3-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                                       and COMDESFLOT 5 message 251948Z of February 1961.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 160, speed 17.5 kt.

                  0300    C/c 158

                  0352    Visibility decreased to 100 yards. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0359    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0400    Steaming as before. Ship riding comfortably with moderate seas and winds

                  0800    Steaming as before in light seas and winds; sky overcast, barometer rising

                  1346    Sustained recurrence of casualty to lube oil line in port reduction gear.

                                       Commenced slowing to take the port shaft off the line.

                  1355    Indicating speed 14.0 knots on the starboard shaft; port engines are stopped.

                                       Ship is in constant rain showers.

                  1731    C/s starboard shaft ahead 2/3

                  1732    Placed the port shaft back on the line at 1/3.

                  1733    C/s starboard ahead standard.

                  1742    C/s starboard shaft ahead full, port shaft ahead 2/3, indicating turns for 17 kts.

                  1754    C/s port shaft ahead standard.

                  1812    Brought port shaft ahead full.

                  1816    C/s 17.5 kts

                  2000    Steaming as before, in light wind and calm seas. Visibility clear, barometer rising

3-4-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                                       and COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG 251948Z of February 1961.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 153, base speed 17.5 kts.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRODECK, D.F., FA, AOL

                                       since 3 February 1961. Declared a deserter this date.

                  0815    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of personnel

                  0825    Secured from inspection.

                  1012    Secured the gyro to correct 3 ½ 0 error. Commenced steering 1400 PStgC.

                  1200    Steaming as before in moderate to light winds and seas. Visibility clear, barometer falling slowly

                  1421    Commenced steering by gyro compass on course 1560 PGC

3-5-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 MSG 020800Z of March 1961.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 153, base speed 17.5 kts.

                  1330    C/c 155

                  1600    Steaming as before in moderate winds and seas. Visibility clear, barometer falling slowly

3-6-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 MSG 020800Z of March 1961.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 155, base speed 17.5 kts.

                  0140    Obtained radar landfall on Kauai, Bearing 183, range 80 miles.

                  0500    Obtained radar landfall on the island of Oahu. Bearing 1440T, distance 75 miles.

                  0649    Sighted the island of Oahu. Bearing 1350T, distance 35 miles.

                  0805    Commenced slowing the port shaft due to a lube oil leak in the port reduction gear.

                  0818    Stopped the port shaft.

                  0819    C/s to 14 kts on the starboard shaft

                  0925    C/c to 140

                  0946    Sighted Kaena Point light, bearing 076, range 7.6 miles.

                  0956    Placed the port shaft on the line.

                  1003    C/s to 137

                  1024    Picked up radar contact. Bearing 1490, range 40.700 yards. Evaluated to be

                                       a formation of ships on course 2710 at 17 knots. CPA 2010 24,500 yds. at time.

                  1049    Sighted Barbers Point light, bearing 1220, 13 ½ miles.

                  1038    Obtained visual contact. Bearing 1600. Evaluated to be an oiler.

                  1047    C/c 140

                  1048    C/c 145

                  1050    C/c 160

                  1053    C/c 180.     Changing course to avoid fishing vessel and nets.

                  1058    C/c 130

                  1110    C/s 10 kts. Preparing to receive the USS NEWELL (DER-322) alongside

                                       our starboard side for a light line transfer. Captain is at the Conn.

                  1115    USS NEWELL (DER-322) made approach alongside starboard quarter.

                  1119    Transfer complete.

                  1121    OOD assumed the Conn

                  1147    Passed Barbers Point light abeam to port.

                  1230    C/c 342. Set the Special Sea and Anchor detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                                       ENS PULLS at the Conn.

                  1240    Entered inland waters. Steering various courses and speeds to conform with Pearl Harbor. Channel

                  1249    LT QUARTERINGSEA at the Conn.

                  1305    Moored port side to the USS O’BANNON (DDE-450) in nest with USS RADFORD (DDE-446)

                                       along side USS FRONTIER (AD-25) at berth “F”, Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1312    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor detail. Set the regular in port watch

                  1318    YO-78 moored alongside to starboard.

                  1333    Commenced taking on fuel. Draft FWD 10 feet 0 inches; AFT 10 feet 9 inches.

                                       Received 39,401 gallons of diesel oil at 600F.

                  1404    Ship shifted power to tender power.

                  1444    PRODECK, D.F., FA, AWOL from 0900, 3 February 1961 to 1145, 3 March 1961

                                       was delivered on board, under guard from the USS DURANT (DER-389).

                                       PRODECK was in civilian clothes

                  1625    Completed refueling from YO-78. Draft forward 11 feet 0 inches; AFT 11 feet 9 inches.

                  1700    Two petty officers departed ship for shore patrol duty pursuant to Commanding Officer’s orders.

                  2245    Two petty officers returned from shore patrol

3-7-61       0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1330    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       PRODECK, D.F., ENFA; Offense: AOL from 3 February 1961 to 3 March 1961,

                                       a period of 28 days and missing movement.

                                       Punishment: Special Court-martial

3-8-61       0520    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for

                                       Temporary Additional Duty.

                  0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: OVERHEAD, E.T., FA, and SHOREUP, P.R., SN.

                  0830    OVERHEAD, E.T., FA, returned on board, having been AWOL since 0730 this date

                  0830    SHOREUP, P.R., SN, returned on board, having been AWOL since 0730, this date.

                  1200    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for temporary additional duty

                  1330    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed the following Non-judicial Punishment:

                                       SHOREUP, P.R., SN: Offense: Violation of UCMJ, Article 86 and Article 91:

                                       Punishment: Extra duties for 14 days, commencing 8 March 1961.

                                       PAY, F.S., FA. Offense: Violation of UCMJ, Article 123 and Article 95.

                                       Punishment: Awarded Summary Court Martial.

                                       (Summary Court Martial – In the simplest terms, a court martial dealing with

                                       minor offenses in which the punishment will not result in discharge from the armed forces

                                       A Special Court Martial is the second level and then a General Court Martial)

                  1420    One petty officer returned to the ship, having completed temporary additional duty as Shore Patrol.

                  1704    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers left the ship to report to the Senior

                                       Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for temporary additional duty

                  1757    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed temporary additional duty as Shore Patrol

3-9-61       0048    Two petty officers returned aboard after completion of TAD with shore patrol.

                  0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PHONETIC, S.L., GMSN.

                  0828    PHONETIC, S.L., GMSN, reported aboard having been AWOL since 0745, this date,

                                       a period of 58 minutes.

                  1640    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD

3-10-61     0045    Two petty officers returned aboard after completion of TAD with Shore Patrol

                  0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0850    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples.

                                       Condition – Normal. Was unable to make weekly test of the sprinkler

                                       system since valves were on tender for repairs

                  1334    The Special Court-Martial met in the case of PRODECK, D.F., FA.

                  1557    The Special Court-Martial which met in the case of PRODECK, D.F., FA,

                                       adjourned to await the action of the convening authority.

                  1650    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2250    Two petty officers returned to the ship having completed TAD

3-11-61     0000    Ships present include USS KEARSARGE (CVS-33) with COMCANCORTRON TWO embarked,

                                       HMCS SAGUENAY (DDE-206), HMCS ST LAURENT (DDE-205)

                                       HMCS OTTAWA (DDE-229).

                  0725    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0746    YO-78 moored alongside to starboard to fuel the USS RADFORD (DDE-445)

                  0935    In the case of PRODECK, D.F., FA, the convening authority approved the following sentence:

                                       To be discharged from the service with a bad conduct discharge,

                                       to be confined at hard labor for four (4) months,

                                       to forfeit $50.00 per month for four (4) months, and

                                       to be reduced in rate to FR.

                  0955    YO-78 underway from alongside.

                  1025    PRODECK, D.F., FR, departed ship under guard for U.S. Naval Station Brig,

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for confinement.

                  1030    The Summary Court Martial convened in the case of PAY, F.S., FA,

                                       adjourned to await the action of the convening authority.

                  1100    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed ship for

                                       TAD to Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

3-12-61     0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None

                  1650    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers left the ship to report to

                                       Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

3-13-61     0025    Two petty officers returned on board having completed temporary additional duty as Shore Patrol

                  0851    The sub-board of the Board of Inspection and Survey of Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard came on board

                                       and commenced INSURV Inspection.

                  0920    Commenced preparations for breasting out.

                  0928    YTB-263 (NEOGA) and YTB-195 (YONAGUSKA) came along side to

                                       starboard and secured fore and aft.

                  0939    Underway, breasting out to permit the USS RADFORD (DDE-446) to get underway.

                  0958    Moored port side to USS O’BANNON (DDE-450), with standard mooring lines in a nest of

                                       three ships at pier FOXTROT, Berth ONE, U.S. Naval Air Station, Ford Island, Hawaii.

                                       Moored alongside to port are the USS O’BANNON (DDE-450), and

                                       the USS FRONTIER (AD-25).

                  1012    Completed breasting out, YTB-263 (USS NEOGA), YTB-195 (USS Yonaguska) departed the side

                  1257    YO-114 moored alongside to starboard and commenced taking fuel from the

                                       USS O’BANNON (DDE-450)

                  1602    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer for temporary additional duty

                  2317    YO-114 secured from taking fuel from the USS O’BANNON (DDE-450) and departed the side.

3-14-61     0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0759    USS SAVAGE (DER-386) moored alongside to starboard with standard mooring lines

                  0821    Fire on signal bridge. Mustered the crew at quarters.

                  0824    Fire is out. Secured from quarters.

                  1037    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  1500    OVERHAUL, S.B., SOG3, USN sustained wide laceration to left hand while in performance of duty.

                                       Injury not due to own misconduct. treated by ship’s hospital corpsman.

                  1945    One petty officer returned aboard having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

3-15-61     0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

3-16-61     0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

3-17-61     0000    Moored port side to USS O’BANNON (DDE-450) with standard mooring lines in a nest

                                       of five ships at pier FOXTROT, berth ONE (1), U.S. Naval Air Station, Ford Island, Hawaii.

                                       Ships in the nest include USS FRONTIER (AD-25), USS O’BANNON (DDE-450),

                                       USS LANSING (DER-388), USS SAVAGE (DER-386), USS TAWAKONI (ATF-114)

                                       in order. Ships present include various units of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, yard and district craft.

                                       SOPA is CINCPACFLT in CINCPACFLT Headquarters, Makalapa Heights,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Modified condition YOKE is set.

                                       Receiving all services from USS FRONTIER (AD-25)

                  0530    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1140    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  1400    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD Shore Patrol

                  1415    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       OVERHANG, P.S., FA: Offense: Breach of Peace.

                                       Punishment: Excused.

                                       PAYOUT, L.O., FN: Offense: Breach of Peace.

                                       Punishment: Extra duty for five days commencing 17 March 1961

                  1658    While working on a Main Engine, OVERALL, L.D., EN2, USN, received a simple fracture of the

                                       distal end of the 3 rd finger of left hand, when he hit it with a hammer.

                                       Not due to his own misconduct. Treatment administered by the Hospital Corpsman.

                                       Disposition: Returned to duty.

                  1844    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD Shore Patrol Duty

3-18-61     0800    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None

                  0930    Shifted the electrical load from the tender to #3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1028    Shifted the electrical load to #2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1249    Tested #3 and #4 Main Engines; test satisfactory.

3-19-61     0630    PENDANT, L.W., SN, was returned to the ship by Shore Patrol in civilian clothing for drunkenness.

                  0900    Mustered the crew on stations

                  1405    Energized the gyro in preparation to get underway.

3-20-61     0715    Shifted the electrical load from the USS FRONTIER (AD-25) to

                                       ships service generators No. #2 and No. #3 split.

                  0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0800    Commenced preparations for getting underway.

                  0830    Set the special sea and anchoring detail.

                  0855    Shifted the watch to the bridge. Harbor tugs alongside USS TAWAKONI (ATF-114)

                                       with pilot aboard USS SAVAGE (DER-386).

                  0900    TAWAKONI and SAVAGE breasted out

                  0904    Hoisted aboard ship’s boat.

                  0905    Completed all preparations for getting underway; draft 11’ 1”, FWD’ 11’ 2”, AFT.

                                       Captain and Navigator on the bridge; ENS RELATIVEBEARING at the Conn.

                  0909    Underway in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 Mov-Ord 9-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC OpOrder 201-60. No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       Maneuvering on various courses and at various speeds to conform with the Pearl Harbor channel

                  0937    Passed buoys 1 and 2 abeam on course 154, speed 15 kts.

                  0939    Secured the special sea and anchoring detail; set the regular underway watch; condition IV.

                  0940    Commenced slowing to 12 kts on starboard shaft while performing maintenance on port shaft.

                  0949    Entered international waters

                  0958    Placed port shaft back on line; commenced building speed to 15 kts.

                  1142    Set condition ZEBRA aft of frame 99.

                  1147    Off loaded 12 Mk 9 Mod 3 Depth charges.

                  1153    Set Condition YOKE.

                  1210    With Kaena Pt. Light bearing 070, distance 10.5 miles, took departure and

                                       set course 340. Speed 17.5 kts. for NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                  1251    C/s 13 kts

                  1259    C/s 17.5 kts

                  1447    C/s 13 kts

                  1457    C/s 17.5 kts

                  1532    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters.

                  1538    Condition ZEBRA is set.

                  1545    Set condition YOKE. Secured from General Quarters.

                  1600    Steaming as before in light winds and seas

                  1648    C/s 13 kts

                  1707    C/s 17.5 kts

                  1800    Winds and seas are increasing.

                  1842    C/s 13 kts

                  1859    C/s 17.5 kts

                  2003    C/c 338

                  2034    C/s 13 kts

                  2100    C/s 17.5 kts

                  2253    C/s 13 kts

3-21-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1507    C/c 340

                  1541    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                  1546    Condition ZEBRA set throughout the ship.

                  1557    Held abandon ship drill.

                  1607    Secured from abandon ship drills.

                  1610    Condition YOKE set. Secured from 1AA General Quarters

                  1800    Steaming as before in light steady breeze, light swell and smooth sea

                  2000    Steaming as before. Seas are increasing slightly

3-22-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Ord 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 9-61 on course 340, speed 17.5 kts.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Gentle breezes and slight seas

                  1044    Secured gyro compass while correcting 3.40W gyro error. Commenced steering 328 PStg compass.

                  1602    Commenced steering by gyro on course 342

                  1930    The wind shifted 25 degrees from 210 to 185 and increased in velocity from 13 kts to 17 kts.

                  2000    Steaming as before in light steady breeze, calm sea and moderate swell. Visibility clear; barometer steady

3-23-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Ord 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 9-61. On course 342, speed 17.5 kts.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Light steady breeze. Calm seas with moderate swells

                  1224    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  1230    Visibility increased to 3 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1556    Visibility decreased to 500 yards intermittently. Commenced sounding fog

                                       signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road, as necessary.

                  1739    Suffered salt water cooling casualty to No. 3 Main Engine. C/s 13 kt. Stopped port shaft.

                  1755    Casualty repaired by small plug. Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line.

                  1759    C/c 15 kt.

                  1800    C/s 17.5 kt

                  1955    Visibility increased to 3 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  2000    C/c 342

                  2030    Experienced weather front passage. Winds shifted from 225 to 285.

                                       Barometer increased from 29.68 to 29.73. The seas shifted from 230

                                       to 270. Temperature dropped 4 degrees.

                  2155    Placed number one Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Split the electrical load between

                                       number one and three Ship’s Service Generators. Placed number two Ship’s Service Generator

                                       in standby.

3-24-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Ord 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 9-61 Base course is 342, base speed 17.6 kts.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Visibility is clear; barometer steady. The ship is pitching easily with moderate winds and

                                       swell on the port bow.

                  0110    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 1200T, distance 10 miles. Contact designated skunk ALFA.

                  0120    Sighted skunk ALFA bearing 1600T, distance 7 miles.

                  0137    Skunk ALFA determined to be on course 2550T, speed 13 kts.

                  0141    Skunk ALFA at CPA, bearing 1100T, distance 13,500 yds.

                  0210    Lost visual contact with skunk ALFA, bearing 1690T, distance 10 miles.

                  0212    Skunk ALFA faded bearing 1730T, distance 11 miles.

                  0400    Steaming as before. Rolling and pitching moderately with an occasional pound.

                  0847    C/s 17 kts

                  1323    Commenced maneuvering to launch weather balloon.

                  1330    Returned to base course 342

                  1554    C/c to 335

                  1740    Obtained surface contact on radar bearing 266, range 11 miles

                  1744    Contact is sighted, bearing 246, range 10 miles.

                  1758    Contact determined to be on course 088, speed 11 kts.

                  1757    Contact is at CPA bearing 212, range 16,500 yds.

                  1830    Lost contact visually. Bearing 151, range 28,000 yds.

                  1905    Contact faded from radar scope bearing 120, range 40,000 yds.

                  1930    Shifted operational control to COMBARPAC.

                  1937    C/s to 15 kts

                  2030    C/s 12 kts

                  2105    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact, bearing 309, range 21 miles.

                  2130    Arrived on NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”. Commenced patrolling station in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Surface contact determined to be

                                       USS DURANT (DER-389) on course 197, 11.5 kts.

                  2201    USS DURANT at CPA, bearing 267, distance 16 miles.

                  2230    C/s 8 kts.

                  2300    C/s secured the starboard shaft and placed No. 2 Main Engine in fifteen minute standby.

                                       Also secured No. 4 Main Engine.

                  2305    USS DURANT faded from radar, bearing 168, range 30 miles.

3-25-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and condition of

                                       Readiness IV are set. No. 3 Main Engine is on the line with No. 2 Main Engine

                                       in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 335, base speed 8 kts. Riding comfortably in moderate swells.

                  0400    Experienced a weak, warm frontal passage.

                  0717    C/c 160 to head towards station center.

                  0905    Placed the electrical load on No. one (1) Ship’s Service Generator

                  0930    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of lower decks, messing, berthing, and heads.

                  1000    C/s 0 kt. Commenced lying to. Placed No. three (3) Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1014    Placed No. three (3) Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1145    Secured from Captain’s Inspection.

3-26-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. The ship is lying to. No. 2 and 3 Main Engines

                                       are in 15 minutes standby and No. 1 and 4 Main Engines are in 30 minutes standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator. The ship is riding comfortably in

                                       seas having a light ground swell

                  0455    Obtained radar contact bearing 2140, range 15 miles. Designated skunk “A”.

                                       Determined to be on course 084, speed 12.5 kts. with CPA at 1600 10 miles

                  0500    Obtained skunk “A” visually.

                  0514    Obtained radar contact bearing 0420, range 15 miles. Designated skunk “B”.

                                       determined to be on course 2800, speed 12 kts. with CPA 0100 12 miles at time 0550.

                  0530    Obtained skunk “B” visually.

                  0536    Skunk “A” is at CPA bearing 1680, range 10.5 miles.

                  0545    Lost skunk “A” visually.

                  0610    Skunk “B” is at CPA bearing 3590, range 10.5 miles.

                  0622    Lost skunk “B” visually.

                  0633    Skunk “A” faded from radar bearing 1110, range 22 miles.

                  0720    Skunk “B” faded from radar, bearing 204, range 23 miles.

                  1600    Underway as before in calm seas and light breezes. Visibility, clear; barometer, steady.

3-27-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 9-61.

                                       Ship is underway with no way on. No. 3 Main Engine is in 15 minutes standby.

                                       The electrical load is being carried on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator. Material condition

                                       YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set. Light breeze and slight sea.

                  0306    Obtained radar surface contact at CPA bearing 358, range 17 miles.

                                       Contact determined to be on course 088, speed 14 kts.

                  0330    Noted winds increasing and shifting counter-clockwise during watch. Barometer fell -.06.

                  0408    Radar surface contact faded bearing 048, range 22 miles.

                  0435    The forward lookout, OUTOFTRIM, S.C., SN, USN, fell, striking his head on

                                       a sound powered phone stowage box. Not due to his own misconduct.

                                       Treated by the Hospital Corpsman and placed in bed.

                  0930    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Secured No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1029    Height of seas increased to 6 feet. Wind velocity increased to 30 kts.

                                       Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Commenced getting underway due to rough seas.

                                       Set course 010, speed 8 kts.

                  1030    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1035    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1202    Due to increasing seas, ship drifted 900 to the right of course. C/s 10 kt.

                                       Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line.

                  1218    Ship steady on course 010. C/s 8 kt. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1402    Ship drifted 800 to the left of course. C/s 10 kt. Placed No 2 Main Engine on line

                  1419    Ship steady on course 010. C/s 8 kt. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1440    Due to increase of seas to 12 ft. and difficulty in maintaining course,

                                       changed course to 1900. Ship now heading into seas for more comfortable ride.

                  1444    C/c 170.,

                  1446    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line.

                  1450    C/s 160.

                  1453    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1532    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1540    C/c 155. During the course of the watch experienced increasing seas up to 15 ft. and

                                       winds up to 43 kt. Barometer dropped 0.34 inches to 29.22 inches.

                  1637    C/s port ahead 2/3 indicating turns for 12 kts. Made a complete 3600 turn to the

                                       right to regain course 1550.

                  1711    C/c 1450 with nothing to right of 1500. Rolling heavily in 15 ft seas. Difficult to maintain course.

                  1805    C/s Starboard shaft ahead 1/3

                  1808    C/s Starboard shaft stopped

                  1912    C/s starboard shaft ahead 1/3 to get back on course

                  1917    C/s starboard shaft stopped

                  1934    Shifted electrical load to 2 & 3 Ship’s Service Generators split. During the watch,

                                       the ship was rolling heavily. The seas continued to build during the watch and

                                       are about 25 feet high. The winds averaged 40 kts. with gusts to 55 kts.

                  2010    Weather front passed. Wind shifted 80 from 175 to 255.

                  2058    C/c to 205

3-28-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course 2050 PGC, base speed 8 kts.

                                       on the port shaft. No. 3 Main Engine is on the line. No. 2 is in immediate standby.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       The ship is pitching moderately and rolling heavily, pounding occasionally

                                       in heavy rolling seas from 2700T. The barometer is steady, visibility is clear,

                                       but marred by intermittent snow squalls.

                  0-440   C/c 225

                  0530    C/c 220

                  0605    During heavy rolling of the ship, SIDEBOYS, M.M., SN, USN, received contusion of

                                       left knee when loss of footing resulted in striking knee against bulkhead of pilot house.

                                       Treatment administered by the medical department representative.

                                       Disposition: Assigned to light duty.

                  0635    C/c 230. During course of watch, ship continued rolling heavily in 25 ft. seas from 270 to 250.

                                       Strong winds in excess of 45 kts. with gusts to 55 kts. are from 255.

                                       Barometer dropped .08 inches to 28.96 inches.

                  0800    Steaming as before in heavy seas from 250, height 25 ft. Winds from 265 at 45 kts.

                                       Barometer steady at 28.96.

                  0825    C/s 11 kts. port shaft

                  0900    A 30 to 40 foot wave broke over the bow. No apparent damage.

                  0903    C/s 8 kts. port shaft

                  0930    C/c 240

                  1109    Barometer increased .05.

                  1115    Experienced 63 degree roll to port; 55 degrees to starboard due to a 35 to 40 foot wave breaking

                                       forward of the starboard beam. No apparent damage.

                  1240    The ship took several large rolls of 50 degrees. High seas and gale winds continue.

                  1608    C/c to 250

                  1705    Placed the starboard shaft on line.

                  1710    C/c to 070, C/s to 11 kts

                  1713    C/s to 8 kts

                  1734    Stopped the starboard shaft. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  1901    C/s to 11 kts

                  1904    C/s to 8 kts. Seas decreased to height of 6 ft. with swells to 12 ft. during the watch.

                  2004    C/c 325.

                  2112    C/s 11 kts. During course of watch wind remained constant from 305 at 30 kts.

                                       Barometer steady. Ship is rolling moderately due to 10 ft. seas from 280 with swells up to 20 ft.

                  2359    C/s 8 kts. on port shaft

3-29-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course 3250 PGC, base speed 8 kts.

                                       on the port shaft. No. 3 Main Engine is on the line. No. 2 is in 5 minute standby.

                                       Nos. 1 and 4 Main Engines are in thirty (30) minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 2 and 4 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set

                  0310    C/c 3150.

                  1040    Paralleled the electrical load between No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1200    Steaming as before in fresh breezes and moderate seas. Visibility, clear; barometer falling slowly

                  1300    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1345    C/s All stop

                  1347    Commenced lying to on a heading of 315 0 PGC.

                  1350    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in five minute standby.

                  1500    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed the following Non-Judicial Punishment:

                                       PADRE, A.S., ENFN, Violation of UCMJ, Article 91 and Article 134.

                                       Awarded: 2 weeks extra duty.

                  1536    Exercised the crew at ditching at sea stations.

                  1604    Secured from ditching at sea drill.

                  2106    Obtained radar surface contact, bearing 234, range 18 miles.

                  2114    Contact determined to be on course 088, speed 13 kts.

                  2246    Contact at CPA, bearing 160, range 8 miles

                  2230    Sighted contact visually, bearing 163, range 8 miles.

3-30-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 3 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby

                                       with No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby. The electrical load is on No. 1 ship’s

                                       service generator. Underway with no way one.

                  0101    Unidentified radar surface contact faded, bearing 096, range 21 miles.

                  0349    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to snow. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0358    Visibility increased to 6 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0655    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0706    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Commenced getting underway. Set course 330, speed 8 kts.

                                       Wind velocity increased to 28 kts. Seas are 4 feet in height.

                  0848    During routine BT drop, lost BT and approximately 300 ft. of cable.

                  1202    C/c 340

                  1306    C/c 3000

                  1310    Obtained radar contact bearing 1120, range 17 miles. Sighted contact visually.

                  1321    Determined contact to be on course 1680, speed 18 kts. CPA 1700, range 8 miles.

                  1328    Contact is at CPA bearing 1780, range 10 miles.

                  1340    Lot contact visually bearing 1800, range 10 miles

                  1410    A snow squall passed over. Visibility decreased to 3 ½ miles until squall passed.

                  1440    C/c 0400.

                  1451    C/c 3400.

                  1503    Visibility decreased to 1 mile due to snow squall. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with International Rules of the Road.

                  1505    Visibility increased to 7 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1545    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters. C/c 1600.

                  1549    C/s 11 kts.

                  1550    Set condition ZEBRA.

                  1615    Set condition YOKE through out the ship.

                  1620    Secured from General Quarters.

                  1621    C/s 8 kts.

                  1909    C/s to 10 kts

                  1923    C/s to 8 kts

                  1954    C/c to 150.

                  2000    Steaming as before in moderate winds and seas. Ship is pitching and rolling easily.

                                       Visibility is clear; barometer steady. C/c 3150 PGC to place the seas on the bow

                                       and head towards station center.

3-31-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Base course 315, speed 8 kts.

                                       No. three (3) Main Engine is on the line with No two (2) Main Engine in 5 minutes standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. one (1) Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       The ship is rolling moderately in 10 ft. seas from 330.

                  0606    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 291, distance 15.9 miles.

                  0611    Unidentified contact tracked and determined to be on course 072, speed 9 knots. CPA 340,

                                       distance 7 miles.

                  0650    Sighted merchant vessel bearing 315, distance 9 miles.

                  0715    Lost sight of merchant vessel in snow squall.

                  0729    Regained sight of merchant vessel bearing 010. Contact closed to 4 miles, then resumed his track.

                  0758    C/c 110.

                  0801    C/c 120

                  0920    Visibility decreased to ½ mile; commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0922    Visibility increased to 7 miles; ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1025    Radar contact faded from scope bearing 059, range 21 miles.

                  1115    C/c 000.

                  1354    C/c to 340

                  1407    C/c to 330

                  1415    C/c to 350

                  1420    C/c to 355

                  1425    C/c to 330

                  2000    Steaming as before. Rolling and pitching lightly.

                  2103    C/s 11 kts on port shaft

                  2128    C/s to 8 kts on port shaft

                  2200    C/c 110.

4-1-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Base course 110, speed 8 kts.

                                       No. three Main Engine is on the line with No. two Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. one Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0133    C/c 110

                  0235    C/s 11 kts. on port shaft

                  0312    8 kts. on port shaft

                  0633    C/s to 11 kts

                  0649    C/c to 290

                  0653    C/s to 8 kts

                  0714    C/c to 275

                  0800    Steaming as before in light swells and fresh breezes. Visibility clear, barometer steady

                  1030    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of topside, messing, berthing and head facilities.

                  1055    Placed #2 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  1100    Placed #2 Main Engine on the line; C/s starboard ahead 1/3, port stop, 138 RPM

                  1101    Placed #3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  1115    Detected leaking blow down valve in #2 Main Engine; commenced placing #1 Main Engine

                                       in immediate standby.

                  1130    Stopped the starboard shaft momentarily and placed #1 Main Engine on the line

                  1133    Secured from Captain’s Inspection of messing, berthing and head facilities

                  1210    Blow down valve on No. #2 Main Engine has been repaired. Placed No. #2 Main Engine

                                       in immediate standby.

                  1212    Fresh cooling water has excessively high temperature on No. #1 Main Engine.

                                       Took #1 Main Engine off the line and placed No. #2 Main Engine on the line.

                  1340    C/c 245. Ship riding comfortably in seas from 250 with a light ground swell from 310.

                                       Barometer is falling.

                  1650    C/s 11 kts on starboard shaft

                  1715    C/s 8 kts on starboard shaft.

                  1730    C/c 210

                  1800    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact.

                  1809    Contact determined to be on course 082, speed 18 kts.

                  1817    Contact is at CPA, bearing 167, 8 miles.

                  1900    Contact faded from radar 109, 10 miles.

                  2130    C/c to 050

                  2215    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 298, range 16 miles, course Easterly.

                  2257    C/s to 11 kts

                  2325    C/s to 8 kts

4-2-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. #2 Main Engine is on the line with

                                       No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minutes standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 050, speed 8 kts.

                  0002    Sighted unidentified surface contact bearing 268, range 14,700 yds.

                  0015    Contact determined to be on course 090, speed 8 kts.

                  0054    Commenced lying to. Place No #2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0102    Contact is at CPA bearing 218, range 8200 yds.

                  0115    Placed No. #2 Main Engine in 5 minutes standby.

                  0313    Surface contact faded on radar bearing 106, range 18 miles.

                  0500    Placed No. #2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0505    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Set base course 230, speed 8 kts

                  0730    C/c 050

                  0850    Commenced lying to. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1800    Underway as before in calm seas and moderate breezes. Visibility clear, barometer falling slowly.

                  2205    Obtained possible radar contact, bearing 095, range 18,000 yds.

                  2207    Contact determined to be on course 276, speed 30 kts.

                  2211    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby and No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  2215    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Base course 000, speed 8 kts.

                  2216    C/s 10 Kts. Radar contact closed to 2000 yds., but was not detected visually or by sonar.

                                       Radar contact evaluated as a possible ionized cloud. Visibility 7 miles.

                  2220    C/s 8 kts

                  2222    C/s 0 kts. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby and No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  2322    Obtained possible radar surface contact bearing 278, range 28,500 yds.

                  2325    Contact determined to be on course 070, speed 11 kts. During the course of watch obtained

                                       several possible surface contacts on 8A Height Finder Radar. Bearing approximately 270,

                                       range varying between 15 to 18 miles. No contacts on surface search radar, sonar, or visually.

                                       Believe false contact presentation due to unusual prevailing weather conditions..

4-3-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Number two Main Engine is in five (5) minute standby,

                                       number three Main Engine is in 15 minute standby and number 1 and 4 Main Engines are in

                                       30 minute standby. Number one ship service generator is on the line.

                                       Tracking unidentified radar contact determined to be

                                       on course 070, 11 knots, CPA 340, distance 6 miles.

                  0020    Sighted range lights of radar contact bearing 310, distance 8 miles.

                  0050    Surface contact reached CPA bearing 341, distance 6.5 miles.

                  0110    Lost sight of surface contact bearing 005, distance 8 miles.

                  0231    Surface contact faded from the radar bearing 048, distance 18.5 miles. Wind increased to 35 knots,

                                       height of seas increased to 6 feet. The ship is rolling 25 to 30 degrees every 2 to 5 minutes.

                  0241    Placed number 2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0243    Set course 050, speed 8 knots on the starboard shaft.

                  0407    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact. Contact determined to be on course 083, speed 15 kts.

                  0509    Contact is at CPA, bearing 177, range 21,200 yds.

                  0617    Unidentified contact faded from radar, bearing 129, 17 miles.

                  0714    C/c 080

                  0735    Placed port shaft on the line, secured starboard shaft due to casualty.

                  0855    Placed the starboard shaft on the line. Stopped the port shaft.

                                       Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minutes standby.

                  0910    Lost the gyro compass, commenced steering 070 magnetic.

                  0912    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Secured No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1300    Seas shifted from 060 to 110

                  1319    C/c 120

                  1321    C/c 080

                  1445    C/c 110

                  1502    C/s 11 kts

                  1530    C/s 8 kts

                  1755    C/c 180

                  1948    C/c 210

                  2310    C/c 230

4-4-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line with

                                       No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minutes standby. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 230, base speed 8 kts

                  0103    Commenced maneuvering to launch weather balloon,

                  0114    Launched weather balloon, returned to base course

                  0343    C/s to 10 kts

                  0344    C/s to 8 kts

                  0345    C/c to 240

                  0350    C/s to 10 kts

                  0353    C/s to 8 kts

                  0400    Steaming as before in heavy winds; heavy and building seas. Barometer is steady,

                                       visibility clear but obscured by occasional rain. Ship is rolling heavily and pitching moderately,

                                       with seas on the port bow.

                  0412    C/c 0500 PGC to bring the seas more off the port bow.

                  0455    C/s 10 kts

                  0500    C/s 8 kts

                  0530    C/s 10 kts

                  0533    C/s to 8 kts

                  0658    C/c 0700 PGC

                  0820    Split the electrical load between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Placed No 3 Main Engine in immediate standby, and No. 1 and 4 Main Engines in 15 minute standby

                  0832    A wave approximately 35 ft. in height, broke over the forecastle. No apparent damage noted at this time.

                  0833    C/s 10 kts

                  0910    Ship experienced a series of large rolls up to 580. Rolling caused by seas in excess of 35 ft.

                  1035    C/c 250. During course of the watch, ship encountered strong winds of 50 kts. From 230.

                                       Seas increased from 15 ft. to 25 ft. Barometer steady.

                  1200    Steaming as before in heavy seas from 259, height 30 feet, winds 230 at 45 knots.

                  1405    Lost the AN/SPS 28 air search radar antenna and starboard anemometer over the starboard side.

                                       Winds 230 at 55 knots with gusts to 60 knots.

                  1410    Placed number 1 and 4 Main Engines in immediate standby.

                  1418    Placed number 3 and 4 Main Engines on the line. C/s 10 kts.

                  1419    C/c 080

                  1425    Unable to hold course. C/s 8 knots. Placed number one Main Engine on the line.

                  1428    C/s 10 kts.

                  1440    C/c 070.

                  1514    C/s 8 knots.

                  1531    C/s 10 knots.

                  1538    C/s 8 knots

                  1656    Unidentified surface radar contact was obtained bearing 2560, range 16 miles.

                                       Contact determined to be on course 104, speed 16 kts.

                  1705    A large wave broke over the ship, amidships on the port side and the following damage resulted:

                                       broke two after straps on starboard torpedo stowage rack,

                                       cover for P500 pump on port side of 01 deck came off and was bent,

                                       four gas cans for P500 pumps, two on fantail and two on 01 deck were demolished,

                                       torpedo davit securing pad eye ripped from the deck on the port side 01 deck,

                                       paint locker on 01 deck port side broke loose,

                                       intake vent (01-88-2) has broken support bar,

                                       port quarter deck phone was torn loose,

                                       heavy weather life line, 01 deck, portside was ripped loose.

                                       Also protective cover for forward post expansion joint torn loose and

                                       a 12” crack in skin of ship frame 61 was sustained.

                  1706    Lost electrical load forward.

                  1707    Regained electrical load

                  1711    Gyro compass out of commission. Steering course 058 magnetic. C/s starboard shaft stopped.

                                       Due to salt water in fuel. Port shaft ahead standard.

                  1714    C/s 195 magnetic. To put the seas 100 off the starboard bow.

                  1735    Placed starboard shaft back on the line.

                  1742    C/s 15 kts. C/c 050 magnetic to put the seas astern

                  1747    C/s 13 kts.

                  1751    Radar contact at CPA, bearing. 200T, 15,000 yds. During the watch, the seas averaged 30 feet.

                                       Winds were from 240, averaging 45 knots with gusts to 50 kts.

                                       The ship at times took heavy rolls and severe poundings.

                  1800    Radar surface contact passed CPA at 1751, bearing 200, range 15,000 yards.

                  1853    C/s to 11 kts. Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line due to an exhaust valve leak.

                  1854    C/s to 13 kts

                  1923    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line. C/s to 10 kts

                  1952    C/s to 14 kts. Throughout the watch the ship rode comfortably in heavy seas.

                  1958    C/s 11 kts

                  2004    C/s 8 kts

                  2046    C/c 210. Secured Nos. 1 and 3 Main Engines. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                                       Seas diminished gradually from 25 ft. to 10 ft. During the watch, barometer rising steadily.

                  2340    C/c 225.

4-5-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Base course 225 PStgC, speed 8 kts.

                                       No. 4 Main Engine is on the line with N. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                                       No. 1 and 3 Main Engines are in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0130    C/s 11 kts., speed increase facilitates cleaning of carbon and other foreign matter from Main Engine.

                  0140    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact. Bearing 026, range 26,000 yd.

                  0141    C/s 8 kts.

                  0207    Obtained surface contact visually. Contact determined to be on course 088, speed 13 kts.

                  0235    Surface contact is at CPA bearing 355; range 5,500 yds.

                  0300    Surface contact faded visually bearing 000; range 14,000 yds.

                  0320    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  0355    Surface contact faded from radar scope bearing 066; range 38,400 yds. The ship is rolling easily

                                       in rough seas with 13 ft. waves from 230. Strong winds from 230 continued during watch.

                                       Barometer is rising.

                  0805    C/c 235

                  1045    C/c 265

                  1046    C/s 275

                  1047    C/c 280

                  1112    C/c 330

                  1123    C/c 270

                  1359    Stopped the port shaft. Commenced lying to.

                  1410    Put No. 4 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1546    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                  1556    Set condition ZEBRA throughout the ship.

                  1600    Underway as before in calm seas and light breezes.

                  1620    Set condition YOKE throughout the ship; secured from General Quarters; set condition IV watch.

                  1621    Placed the electrical load on #1 Ship’s Service Generator; secured #3 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       to repair oil leakage.

                  1707    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 3210T, distance 21 miles.

                                       Contact designated skunk “ALFA”.

                  1710    Skunk ALFA determined to be on course 0700T, speed 8 kts.

                  1806    Sighted surface contact visually bearing 321, range 19,000 yd.

                  1825    Contact re-evaluated to be on course 110, speed 11.5 kts.

                  1841    Surface contact is at CPA, bearing 001, 13,800 yd.

                  1935    Lost contact visually bearing 051, range 11,600 yd. Ship is riding comfortably in seas

                                       having light ground swell from 335.

                  2030    Surface contact faded from radar bearing 060, distance 22 miles.

4-6-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway with no way on.

                                       No. 4 Main Engine is in five minute standby. No. 1 Main Engine is in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1305    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact visually and on radar bearing 260, range 30,000 yd.

                  1310    Surface contact determined to be on course 085, speed 13.5 kts.

                  1312    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in immediate standby and No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                                       Contact closing on a collision course.

                  1344    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1351    Surface contact changed course to 110.

                  1403    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in 5 minute standby and No. 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1406    Contact at CPA, bearing abeam to port, range 1,000 yd.

                                       Identified as the merchant ship WAVECREST under British Registry.

                  1508    Lost visual sight of contact bearing 088, range 30,000 yd.

                  1527    Contact faded from radar scopes bearing 089, range 39,000 yd.

4-7-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No. 4 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby; No. 2 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       The ship is riding comfortably in calm seas and fresh breezes.

                                       The barometer is falling slowly; visibility is clear.

                  0855    Placed number three Ship’s Service Generator on the line.

                  0859    Shifted electrical load from number one Ship’s Service Generator to number 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1015    Placed number 2 and four Main Engines on the line.

                  1020    Set course 195; speed 8 knots

                  1046    C/s 10 knots

                  1055    C/s 12 knots.

                  1100    Seas increased to 6 feet from 200 winds from 220 at 25 knots.

                  1120    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples.

                                       Conditions: Normal. Made weekly test of magazine sprinkling and flooding system.

                                       Conditions: Satisfactory

                  1125    C/s 13 knots

                  1250    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”, bearing 173, range 30 miles enroute

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance verbal authority COMBARPAC.

                  1732    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  1800    Steaming as before. Heavy fog continues

                  1958    C/c 200

4-8-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute NAVAID/SAR station ALFA OSCAR

                                       from NAVAID/SAR Station ALFA ALFA in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship. Base course is 2000T and

                                       base speed is 13 kts. No. 2 and No. 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       No.1 and No. 3 Main Engines are in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 s/s generators.

                                       The ship is steaming comfortably in moderate winds and seas.

                                       Visibility is ½ mile due to fog and fog signals are being sounded in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0430    C/s 8 kts

                  0447    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby; stopped the starboard shaft.

                  0502    Visibility increased to 2 miles in drizzle, ceased sounding fog signals

                  0522    Combat Information Center reported smoke coming through the vent

                                       system; sent sounding and security watch to investigate.

                  0529    Cause of smoke determined to be burnt bearing in No. 2 reefer unit.

                                       Secured same and commenced cooling down with CO2.

                  0530    Arrived NAVAID/SAR/ Station "AO"; commenced patrolling in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                  0741    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line; secured No. 4 Main Engine

                  0824    Stopped the port shaft. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in immediate standby. Commenced lying to.

                  0930    Commenced Captain's Inspection of lower deck spaces.

                  0940    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1016    Shifted the electrical load from No. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       and the emergency generator. Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1029    Secured from Captain's lower Deck Inspection.

                  1030    Commenced Captain's inspection of heads, messing, and berthing spaces.

                  1117    Secured from Captain's inspection of heads, messing, and berthing spaces.

                  1200    Underway as before in calm seas and moderate breezes.

                  1326    Lost the electrical load aft due to low fuel oil pressure to the emergency generator.

                                       Placed the electrical load on #2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1345    Split the electrical load between #2 and emergency Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1522    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators; took No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       and the emergency generator off the line.

4-9-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 2 Main Engine is in 15 minutes standby

                                       and No. 3 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby. The electrical load is on

                                       No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Underway with no way one.

                  0715    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Set course 235, speed 8 kts.

                  0735    C/s 8 kts.

                  0840    C/c 210

                  0858    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  0915    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line.

                  0919    Stopped port shaft. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  0930    C/c 200

                  1042    C/c 335

                  1737    Maneuvered to avoid plank in water.

                  1937    C/s to 11 kts

                  1938    C/c to 150. Placed all engines in immediate standby.

                  1951    C/c to 8 kts

                  2000    Steaming as before in moderate seas and breezes.

                  2004    Placed Nos. 3 and 4 Main Engines on the line. All engines ahead 1/3, 138 RPM.

                  2005    Stopped the starboard shaft momentarily to place No. 1 Main Engine on the line.

                  2030    C/s 12 kts

                  2031    Slowed starboard engine to 1/3 in order to properly synchronize Nos. 1 and 2 Main Engines.

                  2054    Brought starboard shaft back up to 208 RPM.

                  2100    C/c 2520 PGC

                  2115    C/s 15 kts

                  2130    C/s 16 kts

                  2140    C/s 17.5 kts

                  2215    Split the electrical load between Nos. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  2300    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station "AO"

4-10-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute to U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 152, speed 17.5 kts. No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the lines.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0100    Change operational command to COMDESFLOT FIVE

                  0817    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 169, distance 17 miles.

                  0830    Tracked unidentified contact and determined to be on course 100, speed 6 knots. CPA 090,

                                       distance 1 mile.

                  0845    C/c 162

                  0857    CPA of unidentified contact 095, distance 3 1/2 miles at time 0925

                  0903    C/c 152

                  0911    Sighted merchant vessel bearing 136, distance 6 miles.

                  0925    Contact at CPA bearing 090, distance 3.8 miles

                  1034    Contact faded from radar bearing 009, distance 18 miles.

                  1600    Steaming as before in moderate swell and breezes. Visibility clear, barometer falling slowly

                  1637    C/c 1500 PGC.

                  2049    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 095, range 15 miles.

                  2050    Sighted unidentified surface craft bearing 095, range 15 miles.

                  2058    Contact determined to be on course 270, speed 16 kts.

                  2112    Contact passed CPA bearing 023, range 6.3 miles.

                  2159    Contact faded from radar bearing 316, range 25 miles.

                  2303    Sighted red streak in sky bearing 348; lit up sky with bluish-white light for a period of about

                                       5-10 seconds. Position angle undeterminable due to short period of the flash.

4-11-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 148, base speed 17.5 kts. The ship is lighted.

                  0021    C/s 18.0 kts. The seas and winds are moderate.

                  1800    Steaming as before in light swell and moderate breezes.

4-12-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between Nos. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 145, base speed 18 kts.

                  0605    Observed water spout 1130T, range 7.5 miles

                  0800    C/c 148

                  0810    Commenced Captain's Personnel Inspection.

                  0830    Secured from Inspection

                  0931    Obtained unidentified surface contact visually and on radar bearing 152, range 26,000 yd.

                  0955    Contact determined to be on course 280, speed 16 kt.

                  0955    Surface contact at CPA bearing 216, range 12,000 yd.

                  1024    Lost contact visually bearing 276, range 29,000 yd.

                  1037    Contact faded from radar scope bearing 286, range 44,000 yd.

                  1157    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 112, range 26,000 yd.

                  1224    Contact determined to be on course 282, speed 10 kts.

                  1246    Contact at CPA, bearing 043, range 13,000 yds.

                  1325    Contact faded from radar bearing 331, 34,000 yds.

                  2000    Steaming as before in calm seas and gentle breezes.

                  2035    C/c 1500 PGC

4-13-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between 18 kts.

                  0255    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile due to rain squall. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  0300    Stationed fog lookout forward on 01 deck.

                  0306    Visibility increased to five miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0552    C/s to 15 kts

                  0557    C/s to 10 kts

                  0617    C/s to 15 kts

                  0622    C/s to 18 kts

                  0810    Commenced Captains personnel inspection.

                  0823    Secured from inspection.

                  0755    Made radar landfall on Kauai, Hawaii, bearing 180, distance 108.5 mi.

                  1200    Steaming as before in moderate swell and fresh breezes.

                  1305    C/c 1550 PGC

                  1310    C/c 1500 PGC

                  1417    Obtained visual landfall on the island of Oahu, bearing 1460T, distance 44 miles

                  1540    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 1650T, distance 17 miles.

                                       Contact designated skunk ALFA. Obtained second radar surface contact

                                       bearing 1850T, distance 22 miles. Skunk BRAVO determined to be on

                                       a course of 2400T, speed 11 kts.

                  1558    Skunk ALFA determined to be on a course of 3030T, speed 11 kts.

                  1600    Skunk ALFA redetermined to be on course 168, 11 kts.

                  1605    Skunk BRAVO redetermined to be on course 320, 8 kts.

                  1610    Skunk ALFA sighted bearing 172, range 18,000 yds, (submarine).

                  1613    Skunk BRAVO at CPA, bearing 223, range 40,000 yds.

                  1621    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact designated as skunk CHARLIE

                                       bearing 140, range 11 miles. Determined to be on course 135, speed 17.5 kts.

                  1628    Skunk BRAVO faded from radar bearing 217, 23 miles.

                  1726    Skunk ALFA at CPA bearing 068, 2500 yds.

                  1833    Observed Coast Guard Cutter on steady bearing 140 decreasing range 3 miles

                  1843    Tested back bell

                  1848    Set the special sea and anchor detail. Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. ENS PROW at the Conn.

                  1858    Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  1900    Entered inland waters.

                  1941    Moored starboard side to USS NEWELL (DER-322) with standard destroyer lines

                                       at berth BRAVO 22 ½ at US Naval Station Pearl Harbor Hawaii.

                                       Secured the special sea and anchoring detail.

4-14-61     0700    Set modified special sea and anchor detail. Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None

                  0702    The tugs YTB-139 (ALA) and MENOQUET (YTB-256) came alongside to port.

                  0729    Underway by tug for West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The Captain, Navigator and

                                       Pilot, Mr TAYLOR, are on the bridge.

                  0812    Moored starboard side to berth (W-3), West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii with standard mooring lines

                  0820    Commenced off loading ammunition.

                  0850    Secured from off loading ammunition, having transferred 4 Mark 32 mod 2 torpedo,

                                       48 7.2" projectile charges, 12 D.C. pistols, 12 booster and miscellaneous pyrotechnics.

                  0905    Set the modified special sea and anchor detail.

                  0933    The tug MENOQUET (YTB-256) is alongside to port. Underway by tug for

                                       U.S. Naval Shipyard, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1008    Anchored in the channel while shifting tug to the starboard side.

                  1020    Underway proceeding to pier BRAVO, berth 15

                  1023    Moored port side to pier BRAVO, berth 15, U.S. Naval Shipyard, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       with standard mooring lines

                  1031    Secured the sea and anchoring detail; set the regular in-port watch.

                  1158    Commenced receiving steam, electrical, fresh water and telephone services from the pier.

                  1330    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       PENDANT, L.W., SN: Offense: Violation Article 134 – Drunkenness and disorderly conduct.

                                       Punishment: One week extra duty.

                                       SMALLSTUFF, S.C., CSSN: Offense: Violation Article 128 – Assault consummated

                                       to inflict bodily harm. Punishment: Twelve days restriction

4-15-61     0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None

4-16-61     0900    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None

4-17-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  2036    Pursuant to orders from the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2230    One petty officer returned aboard having completed TAD with shore patrol

4-18-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: RATLINE, S.L., RDSN.

                  0711    RATLINE, S.L., RDSN, returned aboard having been AWOL since 0700 this date;

                                       a period of eleven (11) minutes.

                  1724    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2228    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD

4-19-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0900    Commenced Commodores informal topside inspection.

                  0930    Secured from Commodores informal topside inspection.

                  1740    Pursuant to the Commanding officers orders, one petty officer departed the ship for

                                       Shore Patrol Duty, Building 150.

                  2229    One petty officer returned to the ship from Shore Patrol duty.

4-20-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1750    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2250    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD

4-21-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1700    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2217    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

                  2100    CINCPACFLT hauled down his pennant and departed Pearl Harbor.

                                       SOPA passed to COMASDEFORPAC, U.S. NAS, Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

4-22-61     0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None.

4-23-61     0900    Muster on station. Absentees: None

                  1630    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2215    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD

4-24-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0719    The YO-78 came alongside to starboard

                  0800    Commenced taking on fuel; draft forward 9 feet – aft 9 feet 11 inches.

                  1500    Completed fueling: draft forward 10 feet 10 inches – aft 10 feet 11 inches.

                                       Total fuel received 86,396 gallons. Total fuel on board 96,642 gallons

                  1502    YO-78 got underway.

4-25-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1215    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       RIGGING, L.S., EN3: Offense – Violation of UCMJ, Article 134: Illegal possession

                                       of another man’s I.D. Card. Punishment: Official Reprimand.

                  1537    Commenced fueling from Naval fuel truck. Draft forward 10’ 10”; Aft 10’11”

                  1906    Fueling completed. Draft Forward 10’ 10”; Aft 10’ 11”. Received 6475 gallons of diesel fuel

                                       (Total fuel on board – 103117 gallons)

4-26-61     0745    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees; None. Commenced preparations for getting underway.

                                       Set material condition YOKE

                  0830    Set the special sea and anchoring detail

                  0845    Shifted the watch to the bridge. Captain and Navigator on the bridge; ENS PROW at the Conn.

                  0855    Completed all preparations for getting underway; draft 10’10” forward, 10’11” aft

                  0859    Underway for berth W-1, maneuvering on various courses at various speeds

                                       to conform to the Pearl Harbor channel.

                  0912    LTJG SHIPSHAPE assumed the Conn.

                  0940    Moored starboard side to berth W-1, U.S. N.A.D. West Loch, Pearl Harbor.

                                       Secured the special sea and anchoring detail; set the ammunition handling detail.

                  1002    Commenced loading ammunition.

                  1048    Secured from loading ammunition having taken on 4 Mk 32 torpedoes; 48 7.2 projector charges;

                                       11 Mk 9 Mod 4 depth charges; 3 boxes of projector charges, and miscellaneous pyrotechnics.

                  1049    Set the special sea and anchoring detail

                  1056    Captain and Navigator on the bridge; Captain at the Conn.

                  1059    Underway for NAVAID/SAR patrol in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 13-61

                                       and COMBARPAC Op-Ord 201-60; maneuvering on various courses at various speeds

                                       to conform to the Pearl Harbor channel

                  1101    ENS OUTBOARD assumed the Conn.

                  1122    While still in channel took No. 1 Main Engine off the line due to casualty.

                  1134    Passed buoys No. 1 and 2 abeam ton course 153, speed 14 kts.

                  1135    Secured the special sea and anchoring detail; set the regular underway watch. C/c 160

                  1136    C/c 215

                  1144    OOD assumed the Conn. Entered international waters

                  1149    C/c 267

                  1150    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 and 3 generators split to No. 2 and 3 generators split.

                                       Engineering status include No. 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines on the line.

                  1206    C/c 273, C/s 10 knots

                  1210    C/s 15 knots

                  1215    Stopped the starboard shaft to place number one Main Engine on the line.

                  1224    C/c 313

                  1240    C/s 16 knots.

                  1247    C/s 17 knots

                  1358    With Kaena Point bearing 082, distance 8.8 miles took departure and set course 338 for

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station.

                  1433    C/s 15 knots

                  1434    C/s 13 knots

                  1445    C/s 15 knots

                  1446    C/s 17 knots

                  1521    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 016, distance 8.5 miles.

                  1532    Exercised the crew at General Quarters.

                  1537    Sighted small fishing boat bearing 016, distance 5 miles.

                  1539    Condition ZEBRA is set

                  1547    C/c 005

                  1547    Set Condition YOKE. Secured from General Quarters.

                  1554    C/c 338

                  1620    C/c 248, C/s 13 kts. For a smoother course to facilitate sending a man up the main mast.

                  1640    C/s 10 kts

                  1645    C/s 12 kts

                  1730    C/s 15 kts, C/c 338

                  1736    C/s 17 kts

                  1933    C/s 13 kts. To make a "BT" drop.

                  1936    C/s 14 kts

                  1947    C/s 15 kts

                  1949    C/s 17 kts.

                  2128    Shifted the electrical load to 1 & 3 generators split. Secured No. 2 generator.

4-27-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 13-61. material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. The electrical load is split between No’s. 1 and 3

                                       Ship’s Service Generators. No’s. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       Base course 338, base speed 17 kts.

                  0120    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to heavy rain. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  0130    Visibility increased to five miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0904    C/c 230, C/s 12 kts. Change in course and speed made to give ship more

                                       comfortable ride and reduce rolling for men working on foremast and mainmast.

                  1052    C/c 250

                  1123    Men secured from working aloft. C/s 17 kts. C/c 350.

                  1532    Went to 1AS General Quarters.

                  1537    Set material condition ZEBRA

                  1539    Held abandon ship drill.

                  1559    Set material condition YOKE. Secured from 1AS General Quarters.

4-28-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 13-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. Base course 345, base speed 17.5 kts

                  1535    Exercised the crew at ditching at sea drill

                  1547    Secured from ditching at sea drill.

                  1910    Casualty to fuel line to number three Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Placed number two Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Placed the electrical load in parallel.

                  2025    Completed repairs to #3 s/s generator. Took #2 s/s generator off the line

                                       and split the load between #1 and #3 s/s generators.

                  2247    Sighted vessel bearing 030, distance about 5 miles.

                  2318    Observed contact at CPA bearing 108, distance 4350 yds. Contact on course 275, speed 4 kts.

                                       Unable to identify contact.

4-29-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC

                                       Op-Order 201-60 and COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 13-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. Base course 340, base speed 17.5 kts.

                                       There is a surface contact bearing 1800, 12 miles on course 275, speed 4 kts.

                  0016    Lost surface contact visually bearing 1860 15 miles.

                  0043    Surface contact faded from radar bearing 1860, range 19 miles

                  1000    Commenced Captain's Inspection of Lower Deck spaces.

                  1100    Secured from Captain's Lower Deck Inspection; commenced Captain's Inspection

                                       of Messing and Berthing spaces.

                  1130    Secured from Captain's Inspection of Messing and Berthing spaces.

                  1305    Sighted large freighter bearing 263, range 11 miles. Contact determined to be

                                       on course 086, speed 12 kts.

                  1327    Contact is at CPA bearing 221, range 17,000 yds.

                  1329    C/c 340

                  1414    Contact faded on radar bearing 158, range 19 miles.

                  1615    Discovered lube oil leak in No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1628    Shifted the after electrical load from No. 3 to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Paralleled the electrical load between No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1712    Leak repaired on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Split the electrical load

                                       between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Ship is riding comfortably on smooth seas with light ground swell from 325.

4-30-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 13-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. Base course 340 and base speed 17.5 kts.

                  0137    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 062, distance 15 miles.Observed to be at CPA and opening.

                                       Unidentified contact determined to be on course 077 and speed 15 knots.

                  0155    Contact faded bearing 064, distance 17.5 miles.

                  1057    Visibility decreased to ½ mile; commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  1107    Visibility increased to 7 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1330    C/c to 345

                  2130    Shifted operational control to COMBARPAC.

                  2330    C/s 8 kts. Arrived on NAVAID/SAR Station "AA". Commenced patrollingstation in accordance with

                                                    COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                  2345    Secured No. 1 and 3 Main Engines.

5-1-61       0000    Patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       No’s. 2 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. Base course 345; base speed 8 kts.

                  0230    C/c 340. Stopped the port shaft. Placed No. 4 Main Engine in fifteen minute standby.

                  0240    Shifted the electrical load from 1 & 3 Ship’s Service Generators split to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Secured No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0614    Placed number one Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Shifted the electrical load from

                                       number three Ship’s Service Generator to number one Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Placed number three ship service generator in standby.

                  0708    Stopped the starboard shaft. Commenced lying to.

                  0715    Placed number two Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  0730    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 155, distance 17 miles.

                  0805    Unidentified contact determined to be on course 063, speed 20 knots.

                  0812    Contact faded bearing 125, distance 18 miles.

                  1530    Placed No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Paralleled the electrical load between

                                       No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1538    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                  1541    Set material condition ZEBRA. Conducted battle problem. Exercised ship's damage control parties.

                  1607    Set condition YOKE.

                  1613    Secured from General Quarters.

                  1620    Shifted electrical load from No. 1 and No. 2 Ship’s Service Generators paralleled to

                                       No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  2053    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Set course 150, speed 8 kts.

                  2054    C/c to 120

                  2111    Stopped the starboard shaft. Commenced lying to. Put No. 2 Main Engine on 5 minute standby.

5-2-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Ship is underway with no way on.

                                       No. 2 Main Engine is in 5 minutes standby. No. 4 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Weather is clear and cold. Ship is rolling easily in gentle winds and light ground swell.

                  0908    Secured No. 4 Main Engine. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

5-3-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. The ship is underway with no way on.

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is in 5 minutes standby. No. 2 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       Nos. 1 and 4 Main Engines are off the line. The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Weather is clear. Sea is calm

5-4-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. The ship is underway with no way on.

                                       Number two Main Engine is in 5 minutes standby, number three Main Engine is

                                       in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on number 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set. The weather is clear,

                                       the seas are from 170 height 4 feet, the wind is from 170 at 11 knots.

                  0900    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in 15 minutes standby, and placed No. 3 Main Engine in one hour standby.

                  1104    Placed the emergency generator on the line and split the electrical load

                                       between No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator and the emergency generator

                  1448    Shifted the electrical load from split between No. 2 and the emergency generator to

                                       No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1455    Sustained casualty to ships gyro compass

                  1456    Placed No. 2 and No. 4 Main Engines in immediate standby.

                  1507    Set course 1650 magnetic with speed 8 kts.

                  1508    C/c 1620 magnetic

                  1519    Stopped port shaft to repair lube oil line.

                  1525    Placed port shaft back on the line.

                  1533    C/s 11 kts

                  1535    Exercised the crew at man overboard drill. Steering various courses at various speeds.

                  1559    Secured from man overboard drill. Set course 1620 magnetic. Speed 8 kts.

                  1609    Stopped the port shaft due to fresh water line casualty

                  1624    Placed the port shaft back on the line, a/a 1/3 8 kts. Commenced steering gyro 177T.

                  1950    Commenced maneuvering at various courses and speeds while conducting

                                       man overboard recovery drills.

                  2015    Secured from maneuvering drills; set course 177, speed 8 kts.

                  2018    Took No. 4 Main Engine off the line and placed it in 15 minute standby.

                  2045    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  2134    C/c 210

                  2302    C/s 0 kts. Commenced lying to.

                  2317    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby, No. 4 Main Engine in 30 minute standby.

5-5-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. The ship is underway with no way on.

                                       No. 2 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set. The ship is rolling moderately

                  0946    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples.

                                       Conditions: Normal. Made weekly test of magazine sprinkling and flooding system,

                                       conditions satisfactory

                  1700    Put No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Set course 255, speed 8 kts.

5-6-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 2 Main Engine is on the line with No. 4 Main Engine in 30 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 255, base speed 8 kts.

                  0100    C/c 075

                  0805    C/s 0 kts. Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line and placed it in 5 minutes standby.

                  0900    Commenced Captain’s inspection of lower decks.

                  1000    Secured from Captain’s inspection of lower decks; commenced Captain’s inspection

                                       of messing, berthing, and heads.

                  1056    Secured from Captain’s inspection of messing, berthing, and heads.

                  1106    Visibility decreased to 1/3 miles as fog patches closed in from the southwest.

                  1326    Ship experienced a warm frontal passage. Visibility increased to seven miles.

                                       Temperature increased six (6) degrees to 480. Barometer is rising. Winds shifted from 250 to 150.

                  1413    Unusual noise detected in No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1429    Shifted the electrical load from No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Noise in generator determined to be due to misaligned cam shaft.

                                       Ship is rolling easily in smooth seas with a light ground swell from 300.

                                       Light variable breezes are present. Weather is cloudy, with sun obscured.

                  1924    Shifted the electrical load to No’s. 1 and & Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Placed number three Ship’s Service Generator in standby.

                  2243    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  2259    Placed number two Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  2300    Placed number two Main Engine on the line. Set course 255, speed 8 knots on the starboard shaft.

5-7-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship. No. 2 Main Engine is on the line

                                       with No. 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 255, base speed 8 knots

                                       Visibility is ¼ mile and fog signals are being sounded in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  0040    C/c 265 to check hydrophone effects. Determined to be own ship

                  0043    C/c 255

                  0232    Visibility increased to (4) four miles. Secured sounding fog signals.

                  0500    C/s 0 kt.

                  0520    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  0657    Visibility decreased to one mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0714    Visibility increased to three miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0744    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 3580, range 12 miles. Determined to be on course 0970,

                                       speed 15 kts.

                  0745    Contact is at CPA bearing 0040, range 12 miles.

                  0834    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0835    Radar surface contact faded bearing 0260, range 18 miles

                  1228    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

5-8-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE andcondition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 2 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby withNo. 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator is on the line.The ship is lying to. Visibility is 300 yds.

                                       Sounding fog signals in accordance with theInternational Rules of the Road

                  0400    Underway as before in calm seas and light breezes. Barometer is falling slowly.

                                       Visibility restricted due to heavy fog.

                  0506    Visibility increased to 2 ½ miles; ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0815    Placed number two Main Engine on the line. Set course 195, speed 8 kts. in order to rendezvous

                                       with the USS WILHOITE (DER-397).

                  0844    Place number four Main Engine on the line.

                  0858    C/c 171

                  0902    C/s 10 kts.

                  0907    C/s 11 kts

                  0915    C/s 12 kts

                  0930    Visibility decreased to one mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  1011    Visibility increased to one and a half miles. Discontinued sounding fog signals

                  1059    C/s 13 kts.

                  1131    Placed number one Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Split the electrical load between

                                       number one and three Ship’s Service Generator

                  1247    C/c 186 to launch weather balloon.

                  1249    C/c 171

                  1433    C/c 157

                  1725    Placed No. 1 and 3 Main Engines in 5 minute standby

                  1814    C/c 130

                  1825    C/c 100

                  1826    Obtained radar contact bearing 1060, range 26,000 yards. Evaluated contact to be the

                                       USS WILHOITE (DER-397). Steering to rendezvous with USS WILHOITE (DER-397)

                                       for light line transfer

                  1832    C/c 110

                  1843    C/c 095

                  1845    C/c 080

                  1848    Sighted visually the USS WILHOITE (DER-397), bearing 1400, range 3000 yards.

                                       C/c 070. Set the light line transfer detail

                  1851    The Captain assumed the Conn.

                  1900    The USS WILHOITE (DER-397) is making an approach on our port quarter for light line transfer.

                  1924    Completed light line transfer. Secured the light line transfer detail.

                  1927    C/c 340

                  1928    C/c 130

                  1930    Departed station AA; proceeding to station AB.

                  1931    OOD assumed the Conn. C/s 12 kts. C/c 200

                  1940    C/c 230. Placed No. 1 and 3 Main Engines in 30 minute standby.

                  2000    Steaming as before in calm seas and light breezes. Barometer is steady, visibility 6 miles.

                  2013    USS WILHOITE (DER-397) faded, bearing 3500T, distance 18 miles.

5-9-61       0000    Steaming independently from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. 2 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 230, base speed 12 kts.

                  0001    The Commanding Officer, USS WILHOITE assumed CTU 50.8.2

                  0648    C/c 145

                  1308    Exercised the crew at man overboard drill. Maneuvering on various courses and speeds during drill

                  1316    Secured from drill

                  1319    Returned to base course 195. C/s 12.5 kts

                  1342    C/c 190.

                  1600    Steaming as before in moderate seas and breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  1810    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 083, distance 8 miles.

                                       Determined to be on course 260, speed 12 knots. CPA 042, distance 6 miles.

                  1815    Sighted unidentified merchantman bearing 077, distance 8 miles.

                  1836    Surface contact at CPA bearing 044, distance 6.5 miles.

                  1915    Commenced steering by sinuous course clock.

                  1943    Ceased steering by sinuous course clock.

                  1943    Commenced man overboard drills.

                  1959    Secured from man overboard drills.

                  2200    C/c 185

                  2215    C/s 11.5 kts

                  2220    C/c to 199 RPM for 5 turns over 11.5 knots.

                  2225    C/s 12 knots.

5-10-61     0000    Steaming independently from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 2 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 185, speed 12 kts.

                                       Ship is riding comfortably in seas with light ground swell from 350.

                  0530    Took the starboard shaft off the line. Placed No. 2 Main Engine out of commission.

                                       No. 1 and 3 Main Engines are in 15 minute standby. C/s 8 kts.

                                       Arrived on NAVAID/SAR Station “AB”.

                  0548    Shifted the entire electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0800    Steaming as before in light seas and breezes. Visibility is clear; barometer is rising slowly.

                  0825    Stopped the port shaft due a dumped clutch in #4 Main Engine

                  0827    Placed #1 Main Engine on the line, starboard ahead 1/3, 138 RPM.

                  0845    Casualty to #4 Main Engine determined to be due to burned out lube oil pump

                  1159    C/c to 150

                  1240    Commenced maneuvering at various courses and speeds in order to launch a weather balloon.

                  1250    Launched weather balloon, returned to base course and speed.

                  1259    Exercised the crew at man overboard drill. Commenced maneuvering at various course and speeds

                                       while conducting man overboard recovery drills.

                  1334    Secured from man overboard recovery drills. Commenced lying to. Placed No. 1 Main Engine

                                       in immediate standby.

                  1340    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

5-11-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship. No. 1 Main Engine is

                                       in five minute standby and Number 3 Main Engine is in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       The ship is riding comfortably in calm seas and gentle breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  0414    Sighted merchant vessel bearing 284, distance about 14 miles.

                  0430    Merchant vessel determined to be on course 086, speed 15 knots. CPA 355, distance 1.5 miles.

                  0456    Placed number one Main Engine on the line. Set course 185, speed 8 knots on the starboard shaft.

                  0515    Merchant vessel reached CPA bearing 340, distance 2.7 miles. Stopped the starboard shaft.

                  0507    Placed number one Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  0614    Lost sight of visual contact bearing 068, distance 10.7 miles.

                  0926    Shifted the electrical load from No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1257    Placed No. one (1) Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1302    Placed No. one (1) Main Engine on the line. Set course 080, speed 8 kts.

                  1356    C/c 270

                  1400    C/c 280.

                  1523    C/s 0 kt. Stopped the starboard shaft. Commenced lying to.

                  1532    Placed No. one (1) Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1533    The Commanding officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       PASSAGEWAY, C.H., SN, Offense: Violation of Article 134, UCMJ –

                                       Sleeping in an unauthorized space.

                                       Punishment: Extra duty for two (2) hours a day for five (5) days commencing 11 May 1961.

                  1536    Exercised the crew at General Quarters

                  1541    Set Material condition ZEBRA

                  1542    Commenced battle problem.

                  1559    Set Material condition YOKE

                  1610    Secured from General Quarters.

                  1739    Obtained radar contact bearing 1480, range 11 miles. Sighted contact visually.

                                       Contact designated skunk “ALFA”

                  1800    Underway as before in calm seas and gentle breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer rising.

                  1750    Skunk “ALFA” determined to be on course 2860T, speed 15 knots; CPA, bearing 1860T,

                                       distance 20,500 yds at time 1806.

                  1752    Skunk “ALFA” evaluated as a freighter with the following configuration: cruiser bow,

                                       raised 2, mast, kingpost, stack, kingpost.

                  1809    Skunk “ALFA” is at CPA, bearing 1920T, distance 22,000 yds.

                  1837    Lost visual contact with skunk “ALFA”, bearing 2160T, distance 12 miles.

                  1908    Skunk “ALFA” faded, bearing 2440T, distance 18 miles.

                  2004    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line. Set course 065, speed 8 kts.

                  2300    C/c to 286.

                  2343    Obtained unusual radar surface contact bearing 256, range 96 miles.

                                       Contact obtained due to ducting in atmosphere.

5-12-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 on course 286, speed 8 kts.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is on the line with No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is being carried by No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                  0300    C/s 0 kts. Took No. 1 Main Engine off the line and placed it in 5 minute standby.

                  0844    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby and No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1200    Underway as before in choppy seas and moderate breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer falling slowly.

                  1414    Commenced placing #3 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1416    Placed #3 Main Engine on the line, port ahead 1/3, 138 RPM.

                  1422    Set course 1700 PGC to place relative wind in a favorable position for launching weather balloon.

                  1435    C/c 1600 PGC

                  1441    C/c 0700 PGC to bring the seas astern and head for station center.

                  1830    C/c 240

5-13-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. On course 2400, speed 8 kts.

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is on the line. No. 1 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  0100    Attempted to change course to 130 by coming left; was unable to come past a heading of 2000.

                                       Made a 2900 turn right to come to course 130 for a balloon launch. C/s 11 kts.

                  0135    C/s 8 kts.

                  0155    Unable to hold course 1300. Ships heading approximately 1800.

                  0242    Visibility decreased to one half mile due to rain Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  0300    Balloon launch is completed; returned to course 240.

                  0400    Steaming as before in strong winds and moderate to heavy seas. The ship is rolling moderately

                                       and pitching occasionally. Visibility is limited by fog and rain; barometer falling slowly.

                  0517    Visibility increased to 4 miles; ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0845    C/c to 250

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of Messing, Berthing and Head Areas.

                  1050    Secured from Captain’s Inspection of Messing, Berthing, and Head Areas.

                  1242    C/s 11 kts

                  1305    C/s 8 kts

                  2000    Steaming as before in moderate seas and winds. Barometer is rising; visibility restricted

                                       slightly by light fog.

                  2225    C/c 0600T to head towards station center.

5-14-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 on course 060, speed 8 kts.

                                       Number three Main Engine is on the line. Number one Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on Number two ship’s service generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  0145    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 075, distance 13 miles.

                  0156    Unidentified contact tracked and determined to be on course 285, speed 15 knots.

                                       CPA 005, distance 1.9 miles.

                  0216    C/c 120.

                  0219    Sighted contact bearing 049, distance 3.5 miles. New CPA determined to be 000, 2.5 miles, time 0229.

                  0227    Contact at CPA bearing 003, distance 2.5 miles

                  0230    C/c 045

                  0244    C/c 050

                  0245    C/c 055

                  0254    Lost sight of contact bearing 303, distance 4 miles.

                  0320    Contact faded from radar bearing 275, distance 15 miles.

                  1150    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1212    Obtained radar contact bearing 3230, range 10 miles.

                  1214    Sighted contact bearing 3260, range 16,200 yds. Determined contact to be on course 010, speed 15 kts

                  1225    Lost contact visually due to fog. Visibility is 3 miles.

                  1233    Contact is at CPA bearing 1710, range 7,900 yds.

                  1257    C/c 1850.

                  1311    C/c 1500.

                  1315    C/c 2350. Course changes are for balloon launch.

                  1328    Contact faded from radar bearing 0800, range 14 miles.

                  1600    Steaming as before in moderate winds and seas. Visibility is clear; barometer rising slowly.

                  1734    C/c 2550 PGC

                  1923    C/c to 275

5-15-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course 275, speed 8 kts.

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is on the line and No. 1 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  0115    Noted that brushes were arcing on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Shifted

                                       the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0200    C/c 100

                  0658    C/c 280

                  0800    Steaming as before in moderate seas and breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  0940    Lit off #2 Main Engine for testing.

                  1038    Placed #2 Main Engine on the line. Stopped the starboard shaft, port ahead 1/3, 138 RPM.

                                       Placed #3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby and #1 Main Engine in 30 minute standby.

                  1311    C/c 290

                  1314    C/c 300

                  1324    C/c 080

                  1545    The Commanding officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       ORLOP, L.D., SN, Offense: UCMJ, Art. 92: dereliction of duty on 14 May 1961.

                                       Punishment: 14 days extra duty commencing 15 May 1961.

                  1858    C/s 11 kts

                  1900    C/c 290

                  1909    C/c 300

                  1914    C/s 8 kts

                  1952    C/s 11 kts

                  1953    C/c 120

                  2001    C/s 8 kts

                  2024    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. Split the electrical load between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  2026    C/s 11 kts C/c 3000 course changes and speed changes are to keep the ship from rolling and pitching

                                       excessively while men are removing AN/SPG-50 radar antenna from mount 31. Seas are 12 ft.

5-16-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course 3000 PGC, base speed 8 kts

                                       on the starboard shaft. No. 2 Main Engine is on the line; No. 3 Main Engine is in

                                       15 minute standby. The electrical load is split between No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                  0040    Lit off No. 1 and No. 4 Main Engines for testing.

                  0045    Detected ruptured salt water line in No. 4 Main Engine. No. 1 Main Engine tested satisfactorily.

                  0100    C/c 1450 PGC

                  0103    C/s 10 kts. to facilitate turning

                  0105    C/s 8 kts

                  0110    Repairs completed to No. 4 Main Engine. No 4 Main Engine tested satisfactorily.

                  0142    Placed No. 3 and No. 4 Main Engines on the line. Stopped the starboard shaft.

                                       Port ahead 1/3, 138 RPM. Placed No. 1 and No. 2 Main Engines in immediate standby.

                  0150    Starboard ahead 1/3, 138 RPM.

                  0150    Placed No. 1 and No. 2 Main Engines on the line. Starboard ahead 1/3, 138 RPM

                  0155    Stopped the port shaft briefly to repair minor casualty in the port reduction gear.

                  0230    C/s 12 kts.

                  0245    C/s 15 kts.

                  0300    C/s 17 kts. Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” bearing 1370T, distance 37 miles,

                                       enroute to U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  0500    Changed operational control to COMDESFLOT FIVE.

                  0653    C/s to 17.5 kts

                  1600    Steaming as before in moderate breezes and light following sea. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  2200    C/c 143

                  2335    Took No. 3 s/s generator off the line due to a faulty voltage regulator.

                                       Paralleled the electrical load between No. 1 and No. 2 s/s generators..

5-17-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-61

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 143, speed 17.5 kts. No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is paralleled between No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0050    Placed No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator on the line.

                  0056    Split the electrical load between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator. The ship is riding

                                       comfortably in seas with light swells from 0000. The weather is cloudy with a few stars.

                  0400    Steaming as before in calm seas and light breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  0759    C/c to 137

                  0810    Commenced Captain’s personnel inspection

                  0840    Secured from Captain’s personnel inspection

                  1332    C/s 18 kts.

                  1800    Steaming as before in moderate winds and light swell. Visibility is clear, barometer steady

5-18-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Base course 140, speed 18.0 kts.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       The ship is riding comfortably in light seas and about 20 kts of wind.

                  1600    Steaming as before. Encountered brief intermittent rain showers

                  1800    Steaming as before in moderate seas and approximately 30 kts of wind

                  2000    Steaming as before in moderate winds and light swell on the port beam.

                                       Visibility is clear, barometer rising slowly.

                  2047    C/c 1450 PGC

5-19-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Base course 145, speed 15 kts. Number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  0008    C/s 12 kts. to make a bathythermograph observation.

                  0015    C/s 15 kts

                  0020    C/s 18 kts.

                  0151    C/s 15 kts.

                  0156    C/s 12 kts made bathythermograph observation.

                  0200    Obtain Kauai Island on radar bearing 164, distance 85 miles.

                  0202    C/c 15 kts

                  0207    C/s 18 kts

                  0352    C/s 15 kts

                  0357    C/s 12 kts. Made bathythermograph observation.

                  0548    Sighted Kauai bearing 178 distance 26 miles.

                  0554    C/s 12 kts to make a bathythermograph observation.

                  0615    Sighted Kilauea Point light bearing 193 distance 21 miles

                  0712    Passed Kilauea Light abeam to starboard, distance 14 miles.

                  0758    Reduced speed to 12 kts for a “BT” drop.

                  0803    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 1400 range 8 miles.

                  0804    Obtained contact visually, bearing 1400 range 8 miles

                  0808    “BT” drop complete. Increased speed to 18 kts.

                  0826    Surface contact is at CPA, bearing 2100 range 5,500 yds.

                  0845    Contact faded from radar bearing 2700 range 8 ½ miles.

                  0926    Sighted Oahu visually bearing 1100 range 40 miles.

                  0950    Reduced speed to 12 kts to make a “BT” drop.

                  1002    “BT” drop is complete, increased speed to 18 kts.

                  1200    Steaming as before in calm seas, and moderate breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady

                  1210    Took No. 1 Ships Service Generator off the line. Split the electrical load

                                       between No. 2 and No. 3 Ships Service Generators

                  1248    C/c 0870 PGC. Passing ATA 197 (SUNNADIN) and tow to port.

                  1318    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. ENS SEAKEEPING assumed the Conn,

                                       the Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. Steering various courses and

                                       speeds entering Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  1333    Entered Inland waters.

                  1335    Passed Buoys #1 and #2.

                  1403    Moored starboard side to Pier BRAVO, Berth 22, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1416    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail and shifted the watch to the Quarterdeck.

                                       Standard destroyer mooring lines are doubled up.

                  1425    Pursuant to BuPers Order #055272, ENS G.M. OILSKINS reported on board for duty.

                  1455    Shifted from Ship’s power to Shore power. Receiving all services from the pier

                  1727    USS VANCE (DER-387) moored alongside to port

5-20-61     0800    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None.

5-21-61     0000    Moored starboard side to Pier BRAVO, Berth 22, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       with standard destroyer mooring lines doubled up. Receiving miscellaneous services from the pier

                                       Modified Material Condition YOKE is set. The USS VANCE (DER-387) is moored

                                       outboard to port. Ships present include units of the Pacific Fleet, Harbor, and District craft.

                                       SOPA is CINCPACFLT in CINCPACFLT Headquarters, Makalapa Heights,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Machinery out of commission Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines,

                                       No 1 Fire and Flushing Pump, No. 4 Reduction Gear Lube Oil Pump, No. 1 Ships

                                       Service Generator, No. 1 Air condition Salt Water Pump. Machinery on the line,

                                       No. 2 Fire and Bilge Pump, Nos. 1, 2, and 4 Air conditioning units,

                                       Nos. 1, 2, and 4 Chill Water Pumps, No. 1 Reefer Unit, No. 2 Fresh water pump,

                                       and No. 2 Feed and condensate Pump.

                  0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None

5-22-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0816    Commenced fueling from Fuel Barge YO 78. Draft forward 9’11”, aft 10’0”, before fueling.

                  1225    USS VANCE (DER-387) underway from our portside

                  1236    YO 78 alongside to port, commenced taking on fuel.

                  1415    Completed fueling, draft reading; forward 11’0”, aft 11’0”. Received total of 79608 gallons of diesel oil.

                  1415    YO 78 underway from port side.

                  1546    USS VANCE (DER-387) moored alongside to port.

                  1733    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  2000    One petty officer returned to the ship having completed TAD as shore patrol

5-23-61     0722    USS VANCE (DER-387) got underway

                  0735    VANCE standing out.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

5-24-61     0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1300    USS NEWELL (DER-322) moored alongside to port

                  1555    OCCULTINGLIGHT, O.W., ICFN, USN, returned on board with an injured hip,

                                       resulting from a baseball game at Richardson Center, not due to his own misconduct,

                                       and was taken to the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard for treatment.

                  1753    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed the ship to report to

                                       the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for

                                       Temporary Additional Duty as Shore Patrol

                  2210    One petty officer returned aboard having completed Temporary Additional Duty as Shore Patrol

5-25-61     0615    USS EPPERSON (DDE-719) passed astern and moored pier BRAVO, Berth 21.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  1105    The Commanding Officer held Mast and awarded the following Non-Judicial Punishment.

                                       RUNNINGLIGHTS, L.R., EN3, Violation of Art. 134, UCMJ.

                                       Punishment: Awarded Ten (10) days Restriction.

                                       OARLOCK, D.C., FN, Violation of Art. 92, UCMJ.

                                       Punishment: Awarded Five (5) days Extra Duty.

5-26-61     0645    USS NEWELL (DER-322) got underway from alongside

                  0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  0830    Assumed the flagship for Commander Escort Squadron FIVE

                  1030    Commenced Captains Inspection of Messing, Berthing and Heads.

                  1100    Secured from Captain’s Inspection of Messing, Berthing and Heads.

                                       Commenced Captain’s Inspection of Topside spaces.

                  1210    Secured from Captain’s Inspection of Topside spaces.

                  1600    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2227    One petty officer returned to the ship from TAD as Shore Patrol

5-27-61     0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None

                  1600    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2000    CINCPACFLT departed Pearl Harbor. COMHAWSEAFRON assumed

                                       SOPA with Headquarters at U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  2300    One petty officer returned to the ship from TAD as Shore Patrol

5-28-61     0900    Mustered the crew on stations; Absentees: REEVE, P.E., GMSN.

                  1718    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer departed ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2350    One petty officer returned to the ship from TAD as Shore Patrol

5-29-61     0626    REEVE, P.E., GMSN, returned on board having been AWOL since 0900 28 May 1961,

                                       a period of approximately 21 hours and 26 minutes.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1130    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed non-judicial punishment as follows:

                                       REEVE, P.E., GMSN, Offense: Violation of UCMJ, Article 86 (Absence without leave)

                                       Punishment awarded: Seven (7) days restriction.

5-30-61     0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None. Observed Memorial Day

                                       by Dressing Ship and Half Masting Colors and Jack.

                  1220    Closed up the Colors and Jack.

5-31-61     0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1110    Indonesian ships RAKATA (ATF-928), NASANIVE (LST-1), AND RADJA (LST-2),

                                       stood into the harbor

                  1410    Took on 1000 gallons of lube oil.

6-1-61       0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  2025    CINCPACFLT arrived Pearl Harbor and resumed duties as SOPA

6-2-61       0000    Ships present include 3 ships of the Indonesian Navy: 2 LST’s and 1 ATF.

                  0700    Mustered crew at Quarters. Absentees: RATLINE, S.L., RD3.

                  0752    RATLINE, S.L., RD3, returned on board having been AOL since 0700 this date.

                  1000    COMDESFLOT FIVE arrived on board and commenced inspection of the ship

                  1122    COMDESFLOT FIVE left the ship.

                  1300    Commenced Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  1332    Secured from inspection.

                  1600    COMCORTRON FIVE shifted his pennant from this vessel to the USS WILHOITE (DER-397)

                  1656    USS VANCE (DER-387) is moored outboard along side to port

6-3-61       0726    USS VANCE (DER-387) underway from alongside to port.

                  0800    Mustered the crew. No absentees.

                  1126    USS VANCE (DER-387) moored along side to port

6-4-61       0800    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None

6-5-61       0000    The ship’s gyro is energized in preparation for getting underway

                  0010    Conducted a test of the ships boilers.

                  0730    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  0745    Set material condition YOKE

                  0812    USS VANCE (DER-387) got underway from alongside

                  0834    Set the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  0846    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Shifted the watch to the bridge.

                                       Captain and Navigator on the bridge

                  0902    The Captain assumed the CONN.

                  0904    Commenced maneuvering to clear the berth.

                  0910    Underway, commenced maneuvering on various courses and at various speeds to conform to

                                       the Pearl Harbor channel.

                  0915    OOD assumed the Conn.

                  0944    Passed buoys 1 and 2 on course 157, speed 15 kts. No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  0945    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail; set the regular underway watch, condition IV

                  0953    Entered international waters.

                  1216    With Kaena Point light bearing 0860, range 9 miles set base course 3380 and took departure

                                       for NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 18-16 AND COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                  1225    C/s 15 kts for BT drop

                  1426    C/s 14 kts for BT drop

                  1626    C/s 12 kts for BT drop

                  1820    Commenced slowing for “BT” drop. C/s 14 kts.

                  1823    C/s 11 kts.

                  1830    C/s 14 kts

                  1833    C/s 17 kts

                  2028    C/s 13 kts. for BT drop

                  2226    C/s 15 kts. Commenced slowing for “BT” drop

                  2244    C/s 17 kts

6-6-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOV-ORD 18-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Condition of readiness IV andmaterial condition YOKE are set.

                                       Main engines 1, 2, 3, and 4 are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 340. Base speed 17 kts.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1200    Steaming as before in calm seas and moderate breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  1303    C/c 3420 PGC

                  1420    Took #1 Ship’s Service Generator off the line. Split the electrical load

                                       between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1531    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters.

                  1536    Set condition ZEBRA

                  1537    Executed quiet ship bill

                  1547    Secured from quiet ship bill

                  1559    Exercised the crew at Abandon Ship Drill.

                  1600    Steaming as before. Seas are calm, winds are moderate.

                  1600    Shifted the electrical load to No. 1 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators split.

                  1609    Secured Abandon Ship Drill and remanned 1AS General Quarters.

                  1617    Set condition YOKE. Secured from General Quarters.

6-7-41       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOV-ORD 18-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Condition of Readiness FOUR andMaterial Condition YOKE are set.

                                       Main engines 1, 2, 3, and 4 are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 342. Base speed 17 kts.

                  0400    Steaming as before in calm seas and moderate breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  1304    Conducted man overboard drill

                  1309    Secured from man overboard drill

                  1600    Steaming as before. Ship is riding comfortably in smooth seas. Visibility is clear with cloudy weather

                                       Barometer is falling slowly.

                  2000    Steaming as before in calm seas and light breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  2307    Detected unidentified radar surface contact bearing 0260T, distance 30 miles

                  2330    Contact at CPA bearing 0470T, distance 57,000 yds.

                  2335    Contact determined to be on course 1260T, speed 15 kts.

6-8-61       0000    Steaming independently from Pearl Harbor to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOV-ORD 18-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Condition of Readiness IV and Material Condition YOKE are set.

                                       Main engines 1, 2, 3, and 4 are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 340. Base speed 17 kts. The seas are calm, the winds are light.

                                       The barometer is steady. Radar holds Skunk “A”, bearing 0810, range 37 miles.

                  0112    Obtained possible radar surface contact bearing 3580, range 120 miles.

                                       Determined to be roughly on course 116, speed 18 kts. designated

                                       Skunk “B”. Experiencing ducting causing excessive range capabilities on radar

                  0113    Experienced cracked fuel line on No. 1 Main Engine.

                  0123    Commenced reducing speed to take No. 1 Main Engine off the line. C/s 13 kts.

                  0149    Placed No. 1 Main Engine back on the line. C/s 17 kts.

                  0153    Skunk “A” faded from the radar. Bearing 1300, range 62 miles. Barometer is falling.

                                       Skunk “B” faded, bearing 000, 106 miles.

                  1230    Visibility decreased to one (1) mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  1244    C/c 340

                  1254    C/c 338

                  1358    C/c 335

                  1413    Visibility increased to three (3) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1537    Commenced ditching at sea drill

                  1552    C/s 15 kts

                  1600    Steaming as before in light seas and moderate breezes. Visibility is reduced due to fog,

                                       barometer falling. Steering various courses for ditching at sea drill.

                  1605    C/c 1550 PGC.

                  1611    C/c 1000 PGC. C/s 12 kts.

                  1612    C/c 0800 PGC, C/s 8 kts.

                  1613    C/s 12 kts

                  1614    Returning to base course and speed; C/s 15 kts., C/c 3350 PGC.

                  1615    C/s 17 kts. Secured from ditching at sea drill.

                  1705    Visibility reduced to 1 mile. Commenced sounding fog

                                       signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  1930    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  2155    Visibility decreased to zero; commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2157    Stationed a fo’csle lookout.

6-9-61       0000    Steaming independently from Pearl Harbor to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOV-ORD 18-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Condition of Readiness IV and

                                       Material Condition YOKE are set. Main engines 1, 2, 3, and 4 are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 335. Base speed 17 kts. Visibility is less than 1000 yds. due to fog.

                                       Ship is sounding fog signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  0300    Noted shift in wind from 230 to 300; velocity steady at 8-10 kts. Barometer is falling

                                       Ship is riding comfortable in seas with swells from 275.

                  0400    Steaming as before. Thick fog continues

                  0800    Steaming as before in calm seas, light swell, and moderate breezes.

                                       Visibility is greatly reduced by heavy fog, barometer steady.

                  0818    Visibility increased to 4 miles, secured fog signals.

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s inspection of lower decks

                  1117    Secured from lower decks inspection

                  1156    Visibility decreased to one (1) mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  1158    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Secured sounding fog signals.

                  1400    The Summary Court-Martial opened in the case of PADRE, A.S., ENFN.

                  1419    The Summary Court-Martial in the case of PADRE, A.S., ENFN, adjourned

                                       to await the action of the convening authority. (Summary Court Martial –

                                       In the simplest terms, a court martial dealing with minor

                                       offenses in which the punishment will not result in discharge from the

                                       armed forces. A Special Court Martial is the second level and then a

                                       General Court Martial)

                  1556    Visibility decreased to 2 miles. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  1559    Visibility increased to 7 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1945    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact bearing 309, range 40,000 yds

                  1950    Contact determined to be on course 265, speed 9 kts.

                  2008    Contact at CPA bearing 285, range 35,000 yds.

                  2040    Contact faded, bearing 268, distance 40,000 yds

                  2226    C/s 15 kts.

                  2230    Changed operational control to COMBARPAC.

                  2233    C/s all ahead 1/3. Took Nos. 2 and 4 Main Engines off the line and placed in 30 minute standby.

6-10-61     0000    Steaming independently from Pearl Harbor to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOV-ORD 18-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course is 3400 PGC. Base

                                       speed 13 kts. Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set

                                       throughout the ship. Nos. 1 and 3 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Visibility is clear with occasional patches of fog.

                                       Seas are calm with light swell. Barometer is falling

                  0030    Arrived at NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” with station center bearing 3500T, distance 30 miles.

                                       Assumed CTU 50.8.2.

                  0035    Visibility reduced to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0130    C/s 8 kts. Port engine stop. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  0154    Took No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator off the line.

                  0345    Visibility increased to 4 miles; ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0405    Visibility increased to 7 miles

                  0425    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 342, distance 21 miles. Contact determined to be

                                       on course 100, speed 12.5 kts. CPA bearing 033, distance 13.5 miles at time 0507.

                  0510    Radar contact at CPA bearing 034, distance 13.9 miles.

                  0555    Radar contact faded bearing 086, distance 22 miles

                  0722    C/c 280

                  0727    C/c 270

                  0800    Mustered the crew at foul weather parade. Absentees: None

                  0828    C/s 0 kts Stopped the starboard shaft and placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                                       Commenced lying to.

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of topside, messing, berthing, and heads.

                  1107    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples.

                                       Conditions: Normal. Conducted weekly test of magazine sprinkling and flooding systems.

                                       Conditions: Satisfactory

                  1125    Secured from Captain’s Inspection.

                  1800    Underway as before in calm seas and gentle breezes. Visibility is slightly restricted by light fog.

                                       Barometer steady.

6-11-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway with no way on.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in five minute standby. No. 3 Main Engine is in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0227    Visibility decreased to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0249    Visibility increased to 7 miles; ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0700    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 208, range 60,000 yds.

                  0742    Surface contact at CPA bearing 178, range 53,500 yds. Contact determined to be on course 088,

                                       speed 25 kts.

                  0845    Contact faded bearing 131, distance 70,000 yds

                  1200    Underway as before in calm seas and gentle breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer rising

6-12-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in five minute standby. No. 3 Main Engine is in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 ship’s service generator. Underway with no way on

                  0007    Sighted surface contact bearing 210, range 6 miles

                  0015    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  0027    Obtained contact on radar bearing 172, range 6 miles.

                  0040    Contact determined to be on course 090, speed 6 knots. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  0132    Contact faded from radar bearing 132, range 22 miles.

                  0400    Underway as before in calm seas and winds. Visibility is clear, barometer rising

                  1030    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1300    The special Court-Martial met in the case of PADRE, A.S., ENFN.

                  1500    Shifted the electrical load to 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators split

                  1515    The Special Court Martial in the case of PADRE, A.S., ENFN adjourned to await the action

                                       of the convening authority.

                  1535    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                  1615    Set material condition YOKE

                  1624    Secured from General Quarters

                  1653    Shifted the entire electrical load from No. 1 and 4 Ship’s Service Generators to

                                       No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1700    PADRE, A.S. ENFN, was convicted on this date by Special Court-Martial of charges of having

                                       disobeyed a lawful order issued by PARAVANES, T.S., EN1, in violation of ART. 92, UCMJ,

                                       and failure to properly relieve the watch on 9 June 1961, in violation of Art. 91,UCMJ.

                                       Sentence: To forfeit sixty-five dollars ($65.00) a month for one (1) month, to

                                       be reduced in rating to Engineman Fireman Apprentice (ENFA), and to be

                                       confined at hard labor for a period of one (1) month.

                                       The Commanding Officer as convening authority approved and order the sentence executed.

                                       The U.S. Marine Brig of U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii is designated as the place of

                                       confinement.

                  2000    Underway as before in calm seas and gentle breezes. Visibility reduced by fog and rain,

                                       barometer steady

                  2342    Visibility reduced to 1 mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road

6-13-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. Number one Main Engine is in five minute standby. Number three Main Engine is in

                                       fifteen minute standby. The electrical load is on Number three Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Underway with no way on. Visibility is reduced to one mile. Sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  0017    Visibility increased to four miles, ceased sounding fog signals

                  0045    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 235, distance 17 miles. Tracked

                                       and determined to be on course 095, speed 12 kts. CPA 188, distance 12 miles

                  0122    Visibility decreased to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road

                  0140    Radar contact is at CPA 196, distance 8.5 miles.

                  0201    Visibility increased to 4 miles ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0255    Radar contact faded bearing 146, distance 21 miles

                  1010    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 000, range 36,000 yds.

                                       Contact determined to be on course 098, speed 20 kts.

                  1014    Contact at CPA bearing 008, range 34,000 yds.

                  1056    Contact faded from scope bearing 026, range 36,000 yds

                  1535    Exercised the crew at 1AA general quarters

                  1542    Set condition ZEBRA

                  1600    Underway as before in moderate seas and breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  1615    Set condition YOKE throughout the ship.

                  1616    Secured from general quarters.

                  2327    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line. Set course 180, speed 8 kts.

6-14-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line with No. 3 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       Base course 180, speed 8 kts. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0000    Assumed CTU 50.8.2. Ship is riding comfortably in seas with swells from 135. Barometer is steady.

                                       Visibility is clear

                  0419    Shifted the electrical load from No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0542    Visibility decreased to one-half mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  0617    Visibility increased to 3 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0800    Steaming as before in light seas and winds.

                  0801    Stopped all engines, placed #1 Main Engine in five minute standby, commenced lying to on a

                                       heading of 2300 PGC

                  0945    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1230    Split the electrical load between Number 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Placed number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1300    Placed number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines on the line. Set course 144, speed 8 knots.

                  1306    C/c 230

                  1307    Exercised the crew at Condition 1AS General Quarters.

                  1313    Set condition ZEBRA

                  1329    C/s 10 kts

                  1335    C/c 145

                  1336    Set condition YOKE

                  1345    Secured from General Quarters

                  1350    C/s 15 kts.

                  1400    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”. Set course 145, speed 10 kts. for

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” and rendezvous with the USS VANCE (DER-387)

                  1430    C/c 150

                  1452    C/c 155

                  1502    C/c 145

                  1535    Obtained radar contact 143, distance 18 miles

                  1557    Sighted the Vance 135, 14 miles.

                  1647    Commenced steering various courses to take station 1000 yds. astern of USS VANCE (DER-387).

                                       Stationed the highline detail. Captain CONNING. Navigator on the bridge.

                  1652    Maneuvered on various courses and speeds to approach port side of USS VANCE (DER-387).

                  1710    USS VANCE received messenger.

                  1723    Commenced exchange of cargo

                  1727    Completed exchange of cargo.

                  1735    Executive Officer at the CONN

                  1738    All lines clear. Maneuvered clear of USS VANCE.

                  1745    C/c 165. secured highline detail. Commenced ECM competitive exercise, assisted by USS VANCE.

                                       Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to open the USS VANCE to ten miles.

                  1758    OOD at the CONN.

                  1925    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line.

                  1940    Took No. 4 Main Engine off the line.

                  1944    C/s 14 kts

                  1955    C/c 200

                  2002    USS VANCE (DER-387) faded from radar bearing 342, range 20 miles.

6-15-61     0000    Steaming independently from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC MSG. 142135Z and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course is 2000T, base speed is 13 kts.

                                       No. 1 and No. 3 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship. The ship is riding comfortably in light to

                                       moderate seas and fresh breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer is steady at an

                                       unusually high pressure of 30.18 in.

                  0108    C/c 2200 PGC to place the relative wind in a more favorable position for launching weather balloon.

                  0117    C/c 2000 PGC.

                  1120    Exercised the crew at General Quarters

                  1125    Set Material Condition ZEBRA

                  1126    Held Steering Casualty Drill.

                  1135    Commenced steering by engines.

                  1200    C/c 195

                  1209    Secured from Steering Casualty Drills

                  1215    Conducted Battle Messing for the crew.

                  1247    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1250    C/s 13 kts

                  1253    Secured from General Quarters.

                  1400    C/c 192.

6-16-61     0000    Steaming independently from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC

                                       MSG. 142135Z and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE

                                       and condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 1 and No. 3 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 192. Base speed 13 kts.

                  0600    Entered NAVAID/SAR station “AB” bearing 000, range 30 miles and

                                       commenced patrolling in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                  0650    C/s to 8 kts. Stopped the starboard shaft. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1314    C/c 170 for a balloon launch

                  1341    C/c 140

                  1354    C/c 110

                  1400    Commenced Captain’s lower decks inspection

                  1424    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line and placed No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  1455    Took No. 1 Main Engine off the line due to overheating. Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line

                  1508    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1519    Secured from Captain’s lower decks inspection.

                  1524    Exercised the crew at 1AA general quarters with an ABC battle problem. Condition ZEBRA set.

                  1618    Set condition YOKE

                  1624    Secured from general quarters.

                  1712    Split the electrical load between number 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  2305    Stopped all engines. Commenced lying to

                  2324    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  2334    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Placed No. 2 ship’s

                                       service generator in standby.

6-17-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in

                                       accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Condition of Readiness IV and

                                       material condition YOKE are set. No. 1 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby and

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is in 15 standby. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       The ship is lying to in moderate seas and occasionally rolling as much as 250-300.

                  0400    Underway as before in light breezes and moderate swells. Visibility is clear. Barometer steady.

                  0818    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line set course 1400, speed 8 kts. to stay on station.

                  1000    Commenced Captains inspection of messing, berthing and heads.

                  1105    Secured from Captain’s inspection.

                  1203    Took No. 1 Main Engine off the line. Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line.

                  1303    C/c 190

                  1315    C/c 140

                  1507    C/s 0 kts. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1520    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

6-18-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in

                                       accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Condition of

                                       Readiness IV and material condition YOKE are set throughout the ship.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby and No. 3 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       The ship is rolling moderately in swell on the port beam.

                                       Visibility is clear, barometer falling slowly.

                  1531    Shifted the electrical load from No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1600    Underway with No way on. Rolling moderately in one (1) foot swells.

6-19-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 3 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby and

                                       No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       Underway with no way on.

                  0835    Tested No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0840    Discovered a small hole approximately 1½ inches in diameter in the

                                       ships hull in B-4 Engineering space below the waterline.

                  1102    Repairs to hole in ships hull completed.

                  1325    Lost the electrical load momentarily due to cleaning of oil filters; no damage reported

                  1520    Paralleled the electrical load between No. 1 and No. 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1540    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters.

                  1545    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                  1600    Commenced firing to port from MT 31 using weather balloon as a target.

                  1602    Ceased fire.

                  1614    Commenced firing to port from MT 32 using a weather balloon as a target.

                  1616    Ceased fire

                  1659    Set condition YOKE

                  1700    Secured from General Quarters. Ammunition expended: 10 rounds 3’/50 UTNF (VTNF). No casualties

                  1705    C/c 335

                  1710    held man overboard drills.

                  1750    Secured from man overboard drills. C/s 00 kts.

                  1802    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Placed No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       in standby. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby and

                                       No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  2115    Darkened ship with the exception of the running lights

                  2145    Lighted ship.

6-20-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 1 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby.

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on

                                       No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Lying to in calm seas.

                                       Winds are approximately 15 kts. Barometer is falling

                  0339    Visibility decreased to less than one (1) mile. Commenced sounding fog

                                       signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  0501    Visibility increased to 2.5 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0600    Visibility increased to 5 miles

                  1524    Split the electrical load between No. 1 and No. 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1525    Placed No. 1 and No. 3 Main Engines on the line. Set course 250, speed 8 kts.

                  1532    C/c to 230

                  1535    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters.

                  1541    Set condition ZEBRA throughout the ship

                  1548    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                  1554    Commenced maneuvering at various speeds while conducting steering casualty control drills.

                  1625    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1630    Secured from 1AA General Quarters. Set the regular steaming watch.

                  1648    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  1658    Secured Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Placed No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator on the line

                                       to carry the electrical load.

                  1940    Took No. 1 Main Engine off the line and placed it in 5 minute standby. Commenced lying to.

                                       Barometer is falling slowly.

                  2000    Underway as before in calm seas and gentle breezes. Visibility is restricted by light fog,

                                       barometer falling slowly.

                  2055    Visibility reduced to ½ miles, commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  2218    Visibility increased to 4 miles. Ceased fog signals.

6-21-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway as before.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in five minute standby. No. 3 Main Engine is in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0105    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact bearing 326, range 16 miles.

                  0108    Contact determined to be on course 080, speed 20 kts. CPA 350, 15 miles

                  0122    Visibility decreased to 1.5 miles Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  0128    Contact is at CPA, bearing 355, distance 14 miles.

                  0458    Visibility increased to 2 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0653    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  1213    Visibility increased to 4 miles; ceased sounding fog signals

                  1255    Shifted the electrical load to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator split with the emergency generator.

                  1303    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters.

                                       Set Condition ZEBRA

                  1325    Commenced firing to port

                  1331    Ceased fire. Ammunition expended 10 rounds 3”/50 cal. VT Non-Fragmenting Projectiles.

                  1340    Exercised the crew at Abandon Ship Drill.

                  1347    Secured from Abandon Ship Drill.’

                  1353    Set Condition YOKE

                  1358    Secured from General Quarters.

                  1400    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1657    Shifted the electrical load to number one Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1735    Shifted the electrical load to number two Ship’s Service Generator.

                  2218    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line. Set course 250, speed 8 kts.

                  2326    Suffered a ruptured fuel line to No. 1 Main Engine. Secured No. 1 Main Engine and

                                       placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line.

6-22-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 2 Main Engine is on the line

                                       with No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on number 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 240; speed 8 kts.

                  0138    C/c 200 for launching weather balloon

                  0150    Launched balloon successfully. Resume base course 240

                  0630    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line. Commenced lying to. Placed No. 3 Main Engine

                                       in 5 minute standby. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  0925    Shifted the electrical load to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator. Secured No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       due to unusual noise.

                  1035    Obtained radar surface contact, bearing 0870T; distance 19.5 miles. Contact designated Skunk ALFA

                  1045    Skunk ALFA determined to be on course 2800T; speed 12 kts.

                  1105    CPA of Skunk ALFA determined to be 0100T, 3.5 miles.

                  1123    Unusual noise in No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator caused by the ejector unit

                  1136    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1157    Skunk ALFA at CPA bearing 010, 4.5 miles

                  1158    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1320    Surface contact faded from radar bearing 298, 20 miles.

                  1528    Placed all four Main Engines on the line at 8 kts. Got underway for general drills. Set course 350.

                  1535    Exercised the crew at General Quarters.

                  1539    Set Material Condition ZEBRA

                  1541    Held steering casualty drill.

                  1548    C/s 11 kts

                  1559    Secured from steering casualty drill.

                  1625    Set condition YOKE

                  1628    Secured from 1AA General Quarters Drill.

                  1638    Commenced maneuvering at various courses and speeds while conducting man overboard drills.

                  1746    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby. Resumed course 350, speed 8 kts.

                  1958    Commenced lying to. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  2150    Placed No. 2 and 3 engines on the line. Set course 350, speed 8 kts.

                  2154    Exercised the crew at ditching at sea drill.

                  2250    Secured ditching at sea drill. Commenced lying to. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                                       Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

6-23-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Underway no way on.

                                       Number 3 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby. Number 2 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on Number 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1406    Placed No. Ship’s Service Generator on the line. The electrical load is paralleled between

                                       No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1419    Placed Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines on the line. Set base course 270; speed 8 kts

                  1420    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds for drills

                  1530    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  1536    Set condition ZEBRA

                  1557    Expended 12 rounds 3”/50 VT with no casualties.

                  1559    C/c 270. Speed 15 kts.

                  1615    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters. Steering various courses at various speeds.

                  1630    Set 1AA General Quarters. Conducted ABC Warfare Drill

                  1700    Set condition YOKE

                  1706    Secured from General Quarters. Commenced lying to. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                                       Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  1755    Placed the electrical load on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1855    Placed the electrical load on #1 Ship’s Service Generator. Secured #2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  2130    Paralleled No. 1 and No. 2 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  2204    Placed all four Main Engines on the line at 8 kts. Set course 138.

                  2300    C/s 12 kts. Enroute to station limits

                  2302    C/c 140

                  2330    C/s 15 kts

                  2359    C/s 17 kts.

6-24-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is paralleled between

                                       No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 140, base speed 17 kts.

                  0001    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” bearing 177, range 30 miles

                  0030    C/s to 17.5 kts.

                  0200    Shifted operational control to COMDESLFOT FIVE.

                  1009    Split the electrical load between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1838    Obtained visual surface contact. Bearing 1700, range 6 miles.

                  1910    Contact is on course 127.

                  1924    Contact is at CPA bearing 105, range 11,800 yds.

                  2016    Lost visual contact of Skunk A.

                  2042    Lost contact on radar bearing 138, range 41,000 yds.

6-25-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is paralleled between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 145, base speed 18 kts.

                  0312    Sighted a contact visually and on radar bearing 081, range 17 miles.

                  0320    Contact determined to be on course 278, speed 19 kts.

                  0337    Contact is at CPA bearing 029, range 10 miles

                  0457    Surface contact faded bearing 3570T, distance 23 miles

                  0745    C/c 140.

                  0825    Shifted the electrical load from 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators split to

                                       1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators paralleled.

6-26-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos.  1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is paralleled between

                                       No. 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 140, base speed 18 kts.

                  0300    C/s 17 kts.

                  0750    C/s 10 kts.

                  0758    C/c 290 to put seas astern for Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  0801    C/c 175

                  0806    C/s 13 kts

                  0810    Commenced Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  0835    Secured from Captain’s Inspection. C/c 145. C/s 17 kts

                  1005    Secured No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Placed No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1600    Steaming as before in moderate seas and fresh breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer falling

                  2236    C/s to 15 kts

                  2240    C/s to 12 kts

                  2248    C/s to 15 kts

                  2255    C/s to 16 kts

6-27-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 140, base speed 16 kts.

                                       The ship is rolling and pitching in 6 ft. seas and 25 knot winds

                  0045    C/s 12 kts to make a B.T. drop

                  0215    Made radar land fall on Kauai bearing 156 distance 76 miles.

                  0240    C/s 12 kts to make a B.T. drop

                  0255    C/s 16 kts

                  0453    Reduced speed to 12 kts. to make a “BT” drop.

                  0500    “BT” drop is completed, increased speed to 16 kts.

                  0645    Reduced speed to 12 kts. to make a “BT” drop.

                  0654    “BT” drop is completed increased speed to 16 kts.

                  0717    Sighted visually the island of Kauai bearing 1900, range 13 miles.

                  0729    C/c 1600.

                  0809    Sighted Kilauea Point light abeam to starboard bearing 2500 distance 6.5 miles

                  0835    Lost the electrical load to number one ships service generator. Split the electrical load between

                                       number 2 and 3 ships service generator commenced steering by magnetic compass.

                                       C/s 8 kts. C/c 120

                  0855    C/s 15 kts. C/c 170 M

                  0956    Energized the Gyro steering course 180

                  1259    Exercised the crew at General Quarters. Set Material Condition ZEBRA

                  1351    Commenced firing to port.

                  1352    Ceased fire.

                  1358    Commenced firing to starboard.

                  1359    Ceased fire.

                  1401    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1405    Secured from General Quarters. Ammunition Expended: 29 rounds VT Non Frag.

                  1549    Sighted OAHU visually bearing 081, distance 31,000 yds.

                  1814    Passed Barber’s Point abeam to port, range 2.2 miles

                  1844    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. OOD is at the conn

                  1853    Entered inland waters

                  1854    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to conform with the Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  1857    Passed Buoy No. 1 abeam to port.

                  1932    Moored starboard side to pier Bravo Berth 22 at U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       with standard mooring lines

                  1941    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. Shifted the watch to the Quarterdeck.

                                       Receiving all services from the pier.

6-28-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0830    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  0900    Underway for berth Foxtrot 1. Captain Conning. Steering various courses at various speeds.

                  0915    LT QUARTERINGSEA at the conn.

                  0924    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. Moored port side to the USS NEWELL (DER-322)

                                       with standard mooring lines. NEWELL moored port side to USS FRONTIER (AD-25).

                                       Receiving miscellaneous services from FRONTIER.

6-29-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1000    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to the

                                       senior Shore Patrol Officer, Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD.

                  1145    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to the

                                       senior Shore Patrol Officer, Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for temporary duty.

                  1428    The Shore Patrol Detail returned to the ship, having completed temporary duty.

                  1831    One petty officer returned to the ship, having completed temporary duty.

6-30-61     0800    Mustered all hands at quarters. No absentees.

                  0944    Safety check of magazine sprinkler system not made due to valves from the

                                       system are being overhauled fwd. Safety check of sprinkler system aft. Tested satisfactory.

                  1358    Lost tender electrical power

                  1405    Lit off and placed the electrical load on No. 1 Ship’s service generator.

                  1415    Returned to tender electrical power. Secured No. 1 Ship’s service generator.

7-1-61       0015    ORLOP, L.D., SN, returned aboard ship from liberty. Shortly thereafter complained of injury

                                       after recent fall in the berthing compartment. Injury investigated by Hospital Corpsman

                                       from USS FRONTIER (AD-25). Disposition: No apparent injuries

                  0500    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer and in accordance with COMNAVBASE INST. 1630.1,

                                       one petty officer, SOG3, departed the ship to report to the Senior Shore Patrol Officer,

                                       U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for temporary additional duty as shore patrol

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0935    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, SFM3, left departed the ship to

                                       report to the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD

                  1331    One petty officer, SOG3, returned to the ship from shore patrol

                  1830    One petty officer, SFM3, reported aboard form TAD Shore Patrol at U.S. Naval Station, Bldg. 150,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

7-2-61       0635    OAKUM, C.M., EN2, delivered aboard by HASP for drunkenness.

                  1030    LCDR KREJCAREK, USN reported aboard as ordered, (BUPERS Orders 084904),

                                       for duty as Commanding Officer.

7-3-61       0630    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, SOG3, left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD

                  0800    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  0840    Commenced preparations for breasting out. Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail (Modified).

                  0905    YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) and civilian tug MENOQUET (YTB 256) came alongside to starboard

                  0914    Underway, commenced breasting out. The Captain, Navigator and pilot are on the bridge.

                  1041    Moored at Foxtrot 1 in a nest of three ships with standard mooring line doubled up.

                                       Moored port side to USS EPPERSON (DDE-719);

                                       Moored port side to USS FRONTIER (AD-25)

                  1048    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor detail (Modified). Set the regular in-port watch.

                  1135    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, EN3, left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD

                  1405    One petty officer, SOG3, reported aboard from Senior Shore Patrol Officer, from TAD,

                                       U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1540    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, SOG2, left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD

                  2230    Two petty officers, SOG2 & RM3, returned from Shore Patrol duty, U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

7-4-61       0900    Mustered the crew on stations: Absentees: SECONDARY, G.C., SN, absent without authority

                                       from muster.

                  1430    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, SH2 & FT2, left the ship to report to

                                       the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for

                                       temporary additional duty as Shore Patrol

                  2225    One petty officer, SH2, returned to the ship having completed temporary additional duty as Shore Patrol

                  2257    SECONDARY, G.C., SN, returned to the ship having been AOL since 0600, 4 July 1961.

                  2345    One petty officer, FT2, returned to the ship having completed temporary additional duty as Shore Patrol

7-5-61       0545    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, SOG3, left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for

                                       Temporary Additional Duty as Shore Patrol

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters; Absentees, None

                  0925    Lost electrical power from the USS FRONTIER (AD-25).

                  0931    Placed the electrical load on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0945    Commenced receiving electrical power form the USS FRONTIER (AD-25),

                                       secured No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1130    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, EN2, left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for

                                       Temporary Additional Duty as Shore Patrol

                  1404    One petty officer, SOG3, returned to ship from Shore Patrol detail, having completed TAD

                  1607    USS VANCE (DER-387) moored along Stbd. Side

                  1630    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, AG3, left the ship to report to the

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD as Shore Patrol

                  2230    Two petty officers returned to the ship from TAD with Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

7-6-61       0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0815    Destroyers of the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force composed of JDS, AKIZUKI (DD-161)

                                       with Vice Admiral MIKAMI embarked, JDS AYANAMI (DD-103), JDS ARIAKE (DD-183),

                                       and JDS YUGURE (DD-184).

                  0915    PILOTING, M.S., SA, USN received a cut on the back of the head when a hatch slipped

                                       while entering the after amplidyne room

                  0930    PILOTING was taken to the medical dept. of the USS FRONTIER (AD-25) for treatment.

                  0955    Commenced fueling from YO-78. Draft forward 9’6”, aft 9’8”

                  1000    PILOTING, M.S., SA, USN was returned to the ship for resumption of normal duties

                  1330    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed non-judicial punishment as follows:

                                       SECONDARY, G.C., SN. Offense violation of UCMJ Article 86 U/A for

                                       16 hours and 57 minutes on 4 July 1961.

                                       Punishment extra duty of 2 hours per day for 14 days and restriction to the limits of the ship

                                       for 10 days commencing 6 July 1961

                  1630    Fueling completed. Draft forward 11’0”, aft 11’ 1”. Received 72,038 gal. of diesel fuel

                  1742    Two petty officers, EN3 & RD3, departed for TAD shore patrol at U.S. Naval Station

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  2237    Two petty officers, EN3 & RD3, returned aboard from shore patrol.

7-7-61       0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: NUNBUOY, C.S., FA.

                  0855    NUNBUOY, C.S., returned to the ship having been UA over liberty for 55 minutes

                  1130    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Conditions: Normal

                  1130    Conducted weekly inspection of magazine sprinkling system. Conditions: Satisfactory

                  1745    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, AG3 & RM3, left the ship

                                       to report to the senior Shore Patrol Officer, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

                  2230    One petty officer, RM3, returned to the ship having completed TAD as shore patrol

7-8-61       0147    One petty officer, AG3, returned to the ship from duty as shore patrol at U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  0450    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer left the ship to report to the

                                       senior Shore Patrol officer, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0800    COMCORTRON 5 shifted his flag from USS NEWELL (DER-322) to USS LANSING (DER-388)

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s inspection of topside, heads, messing and berthing spaces.

                  1100    Secured from inspection

                  1110    Mustered the crew at quarters for Captains inspection of personnel.

                  1134    Secured from inspection.

                  1140    Units of JDS TrainRon stood out of Harbor including JDS AKUZUKI (DD-161) with

                                       COM JDS TrainRon embarked, JDS AVANAMI (DD-103),

                                       JDS ARIKE (DD-183), AND JDS YUGURE (DD-184)

                  2227    One petty officer returned to the ship from shore patrol duty U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

7-9-61       0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None

                  1700    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, AG3 & RM3, left the ship

                                       to report to the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD as Shore Patrol.

                  2230    Two petty officers, AG3 & RM3, returned to the ship having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

7-10-61     0735    Placed No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators on the line. Shifted the electrical load from

                                       shore power to Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators, split.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0810    Commenced preparations for getting underway.

                  0845    Stationed the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. Discontinued all shore services

                  0904    Completed preparations for getting underway, draft forward 11 ft., draft aft. 11 ft.

                                       Placed Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines on the line

                  0912    Underway under tow for U.S. Ammunition Depot, West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                                       The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. The Executive Officer is at the conn.

                                       Maneuvering to clear the nest.

                  0926    The USS VANCE (DER-387) cast off from the port side.

                  0928    Maneuvering on various courses and speeds in Pearl Harbor channel

                  0939    Entered West Loch Channel. Maneuvering on various courses and speeds in West Loch Channel

                  1005    Moored starboard side to pier WHISKEY, Berth No. 1, U.S. Naval Ammunition Depot,

                                       West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, with standard mooring lines singled up.

                  1007    Placed Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines in 15 minute standby

                  1009    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1014    Commenced loading ammunition

                  1020    Placed the electrical load on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator on the line.

                  1045    Completed loading ammunition from U.S. Naval Ammunition Depot, West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii,

                                       having received 110 rounds of 3”/50 Cal. BL 8T, 100 rounds of 3”/50 Cal. Non-Frag,

                                       2 main torpedo assemblies, Mk 32-2, 2 Exercise torpedoes, Mk 32-0,

                                       31 Surface high altitude flares, and 4 Smoke illumination signal flares, Mk 6-3.

                                       Commenced preparations for getting underway. Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1050    Placed No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator on the line

                  1055    Split the electrical load between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1058    Completed preparations for getting underway, draft forward 11 ft., aft. 11 ft.

                  1101    Underway for U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Berth B-25.

                                       Captain and Navigator on the bridge, LCDR KREJCAREK, prospective Commanding Officer,

                                       at the conn. Maneuvering on various courses at various speeds in Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  1137    Moored starboard side to pier Bravo, Berth 25, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       with standard mooring lines.

                  1140    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1259    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  1305    Set condition ZEBRA

                  1311    Set condition YOKE. Secured from General Quarters.

                  1530    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1745    Shifted the electrical load to shore power

7-11-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1012    LCDR KREJCAREK relieved LCDR OSTLUND as Commanding Officer

                                       of the USS LANSING (DER-388)

                  1150    Pursuant to BuPers Order 064147 of 8 February 1961, LCDR. OSTLUND, USN,

                                       was detached from this ship with orders to report to the Commandant,

                                       Command and Staff College, Air University, U.S. Air Force, Ala.

7-12-61     0600    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0730    Completed preparations for getting underway. Condition YOKE is set.

                                       Set the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge.

                  0759    The Captain is at the conn. Underway for pier MIKE, Berth 1, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  0806    Moored portside to pier MIKE, Berth 1, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       with standard mooring lines.

                  0810    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail; set the regular inport watch

                  1830    Exercised the crew at Fire Drill

                  1840    Secured from Fire Drill.

7-13-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1004    Exercised crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  1008    Condition ZEBRA set.

                  1210    Secured from 1AA General Quarters. Modified Condition YOKE set

                  1810    Held Fire Drill.

                  1820    Secured from Fired Drill

7-14-61     0700    Mustered crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1300    Mustered the crew at quarters for Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  1330    Secured from Captain’s Personnel Inspection.

7-15-61     1945    NOTUNDERCOMMAND, S.S., FN, USN received a small cut on chin, acquired when

                                       he fell down a ladder at frame 126; not due to his own misconduct.

                                       Treatment administered by Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard Dispensary.

                                       Disposition: Qualified for normal shipboard duty.

7-16-61     0900    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None

                  1830    Exercised the duty section with a fire drill

                  1839    Secured from fire drill

7-17-61     0000    Moored portside to pier MIKE, Berth one, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       with standard mooring lines. Ships present include various units of the U.S. PACIFIC fleet,

                                       Yard, and District Craft. SOPA is CINCPACFLT in CINCPACFLT Headquarters

                                       Makalapa Heights, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Modified material condition YOKE is set.

                                       The ships gyro is in operation in preparation for getting underway. The electrical load is on

                                       No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator. Receiving telephone services and fresh water from the pier.

                                       The ship is carrying COMCORTRON 5’S flag.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: NOTHINGTORIGHT, O.S., AG3.

                  0715    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0735    NOTHINGTORIGHT, O.S., AG3, reported aboard having been AOL since 0700 this date.

                  0825    Completed preparation for getting underway. Draft forward eleven (11) ft. zero inches,

                                       draft aft eleven (11) ft. zero inches. Set the special sea and anchoring detail.

                  0850    Underway for local operating area. Captain has the Conn. Navigator is on the bridge.

                                       Maneuvering to clear pier.

                  0905    OOD was given the Conn.

                  0944    Entered International Waters, set course 210, speed 17 kts.

                  0950    Sustained casualty to ships steering gyro. Commenced steering by magnetic compass on course 1990M.

                  1004    Split the electrical load between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1034    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters. Set condition ZEBRA.

                  1045    Set condition YOKE

                  1055    Commenced target designation and acquisition drill

                  1104    Commenced steering by gyro on course 210

                  1242    Sighted contact visually bearing 079, distance 7 miles. Determined to be USS RENSHAW (DDE-499).

                  1300    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  1348    Secured from General Quarters

                  1402    Maneuvered at various courses and speeds while approaching for a gunnery drill

                  1435    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters for a gunnery shoot

                                       Maneuvered at various courses and speeds while conducting firing runs for mounts 31 and 32.

                  1613    Ceased fire.

                  1615    Set material condition YOKE

                  1619    Secured from General Quarters. Ammunition expended: 45 3”/50 BL&T rounds

                  1809    Commenced engineering casualty control drills

                  1909    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  1912    Set condition ZEBRA.

                  2000    Steaming as before, conducting Damage control and ECM Exercises

                  2031    Secured from General Quarters.

7-18-61     0000    Steaming in company with USS RENSHAW (DDE-499) in accordance with

                                       ComFleTraGru Pearl Op Order 29-61 in Op Area B-8. USS RENSHAW is OCE

                                       providing services for ECM D/F exercise. Ship is on course 270, speed 12 Kts.

                                       maintaining distance 10 miles from USS RENSHAW (DDE-499).

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Ship is encountering intermittent rain squalls

                  0110    Secured from ECM D/F exercise, detached and directed by USS RENSHAW to proceed

                                       as previously assigned. Set course 060 for SW corner of Op Area G-3.

                  0755    Went to 1AA General Quarters. Set material condition ZEBRA.

                  0800    Commenced Gunnery Exercise Z-6-G (Practice)

                  0901    Commenced firing to starboard

                  0902    Ceased firing.

                  0916    Commenced firing to starboard

                  0918    Ceased firing

                  0936    Commenced firing to port

                  0937    Ceased firing

                  0947    Commenced firing to port

                  0948    Ceased firing. Expended 64 rounds 3”/50 VT Non-Frag ammunition with no casualties.

                  1009    Commenced ABC Drill

                  1042    Set material condition ZEBRA

                  1102    Set material condition YOKE

                  1103    Secured from General Quarters

                  1244    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters for Air Gunnery Exercise

                  1317    Commenced firing Mount 31 and 32 to port.

                  1318    Ceased firing to port

                  1325    Commenced firing to port

                  1326    Ceased firing to port

                  1341    Fired one (1) round from mount 31 to port

                  1407    Commenced firing to port

                  1408    Ceased firing to port

                  1420    Commenced firing to starboard

                  1421    Ceased firing to starboard

                  1430    Secured from General Quarters, set condition YOKE. Ammunition expended

                                       58 rounds of VT Non-Frag 3”/50 ammunition with no casualties

                  1431    Set course 345

                  1441    Commenced steering by magnetic compass on course 333

                  1444    Set the High Line detail in preparation for high line transfer exercise with USS SPROSTON (DDE-577)

                  1456    Captain assumed the conn steering various courses and speeds for the exercise

                  1523    All lines back on deck and clear of the SPROSTON

                  1526    C/c 3180, Speed 17 Kts.

                  1705    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1722    Passed buoys 1 and 2 entering Pearl Harbor Maneuvering on various courses and speeds

                                       to moor outboard of USS FORSTER (DER-334) at Berth BRAVO 23

                  1752    Moored.

                  1755    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. The OOD shifted the watch to the Quarterdeck

7-19-61     0639    Harbor pilot GILLEN came aboard, tug Boat MENOQUET (YTB 256) came along side

                  0721    Underway by tug to allow USS FORSTER (DER-334) to move out

                  0728    Moored starboard side to Berth B23 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  0732    Harbor pilot GILLEN departed ship

                  0741    Tug MENOQUET (YTB 256) underway from along side.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: SMALLSTUFF, S.C., CSSN, and

                                       PENDANT, L.W., SN, absent without authority from muster.

                  1012    SMALLSTUFF, S.C., CSSN, and PENDANT, L.W., SN, returned on board,

                                       having been AWOL since 0800 this date.

                  1330    USS FORESTER (DER-334) moored alongside to port

7-20-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0922    USS FORESTER (DER-334) maneuvered clear of portside and stood out of the harbor

                  1015    YTB-262 (ONEYANA) and MENOQUET (YTB-256) came alongside

                                       portside fore and aft respectfully (respectively). Set Modified Sea Detail.

                                       Pilot is at the conn. Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                  1020    Placed No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator on the line.

                  1039    Completed all preparations for getting underway

                  1043    Maneuvered clear of Berth 23 Pier BRAVO by Tugs

                  1055    USS SAVAGE (DER-386) moored starboard side to Berth 23, Pier BRAVO

                                       with standard mooring lines

                  1059    Moored starboard side to USS SAVAGE (DER-386) with standard mooring lines

                  1105    Tugs maneuvered clear of portside

                  1110    Secured the Modified Sea Detail

                  1210    Commenced receiving miscellaneous services from the pier. Secured No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1558    Pursuant to BUPERS Orders 093953 of 15 June 1961, LTJG W.R. WEATHER, USNR,

                                       was detached from this ship for separation from active duty.

7-21-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0853    YO-78 moored alongside to port

                  0933    Commenced taking on fuel. Draft Forward 10 ft., 9 in., Draft aft 10 ft., 11 in.,

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s inspection of Messing, Berthing, and Heads

                  1022    Fueling completed. Draft Forward 11 ft., 0 in., Draft Aft. 11 ft., 0 in.

                  1025    YO-78 maneuvered clear of portside

                  1050    Secured from Captain’s inspection

                  1500    Mustered the crew at quarters for Captain’s inspection

                  1530    Secured from inspection

                  1615    USS SEMINOLE (AKA-104) got underway from Berth 2, MIKE Pier, and stood out of the harbor

7-22-61     0417    Shore power secured for cleaning switch board

                  0447    Shore power restored

                  0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None.

                  1100    Lit off No. 1 ships service generator to supply DC power to the DRA and DRT

                  1507    Secured No. 1 ships service generator

                  2130    Commenced taking on lube oil

                  2340    Completed taking on lube oil, having taken aboard 1080.2 gals

7-23-61     0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: NOTHINGTOLEFT, C.O., TN.

7-24-61     0657    NOTHINGTOLEFT, C.O., TN, reported aboard having been AWOL since 0800, 23 July 1961.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0731    Set the special sea and anchor detail. Made all preparations for getting underway

                  0755    The OOD shifted his watch to the bridge.

                  0802    Underway for local operating area. Captain has the Conn, Navigator is on the bridge.

                                       Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to Pearl Harbor Channel

                  0824    OOD assumed the Conn

                  0849    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring detail

                  0850    Entered International waters. Set course 2100, speed 12 kts.

                  0858    C/c 17 kts.

                  0948    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  0957    Set condition YOKE

                  0959    Secured the crew from General Quarters with the exception of CIC, bridge

                                       and certain gunnery stations designated by gun control for a Target Acquisition Drill

                  1044    Commenced taking station on the USS SPROSTON (DDE-577) 500 yds. astern.

                                       Base course 240, base speed 10 kts. Steering various courses at various speeds to take station.

                  1123    Changed base speed to 9 kts., changed base course to 060.

                  1130    Secured from exercise with USS SPROSTON (DDE-577). Set course 180, speed 16 kts.

                  1215    Commenced 16 kt. economy run

                  1601    C/c 350

                  1903    Obtained radar contact bearing 310, distance 20 miles

                  1923    Sighted surface contact bearing 292, distance 11.5 miles. Surface contact identified as the

                                       USS SPROSTON (DDE-577). Steering various courses and speeds to take station on

                                       the USS SPROSTON bearing 000, distance 10 miles.

                  2015    With USS SPROSTON (DDE-577) bearing 000, distance 10 miles.

                                       Commenced to provide services for ECM exercise aboard USS SPROSTON (DDE-577)

                  2100    Secured from exercise.

7-25-61     0000    Steaming independently in Pearl Harbor operating areas A-1 and A-2 in accordance with

                                       COMFLETRAGRU Op-Order 30-61. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 ships service generators.

                                       Base course 180, base speed 10 kts.

                  0730    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0749    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  0831    Commenced firing exercise Z-6-C

                  0912    Completed gunnery exercise, 67 rounds of BT Non-frag expended, no casualties

                  0950    Secured from General Quarters

                  1005    Maneuvering at various courses and speeds to take station on USS QUAPAW (ATF-110)

                                       for personnel transfer.

                  1034    The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. The Captain has the Conn.

                  1056    Commenced personnel high line transfer

                  1111    Completed transfer. Set general quarters for surface gunnery exercise.

                                       Maneuvering on various courses and speeds while conducting exercise Z-27-G.

                  1131    The OOD has the Conn.

                  1147    Secured from general quarters

                  1249    Exercised the crew at 1AA general quarters. Steering various courses at various speeds to

                                       conduct surface gunnery exercise with the USS QUAPAW (ATF-110).

                  1332    Commenced firing to port

                  1337    Ceased firing to port

                  1352    Commenced firing to port

                  1354    Ceased firing to port

                  1408    Commenced firing to port

                  1411    Ceased firing to port

                  1412    Secured from general quarters. Exercise completed, 36 rounds of BL and T 3”/50 ammunition expended

                  1511    Exercised the crew at Ditching at Sea drill

                  1533    Secured from ditching at sea drill

                  1644    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. Commenced maneuvering on various courses at

                                       various speeds to enter the Pearl Harbor Channel.

                                       Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. OOD is at the Conn.

                  1650    Passed Buoy #1 abeam to port and Buoy #2 abeam to starboard. Commenced maneuvering

                                       at various speeds on various courses to conform to the Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  1717    Captain assumed the Conn.

                  1721    Moored starboard side to the USS SAVAGE (DER-386) at pier BRAVO, Berth 22½ ,

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1910    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Receiving other miscellaneous services from the pier.

7-26-61     0600    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0615    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge,

                                       OOD at the conn. Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to clear the piers.

                  0732    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. Set course 150, speed 16 Kts

                  0816    Set 1AS General Quarters

                  0830    Set Material Condition ZEBRA.

                  0903    Dived the USS BLACKFIN (SS-322) on base course 240.

                  0903    Commenced steering various courses to conduct ASW attacks.

                  1150    Surfaced the USS BLACKFIN (SS-322) on course 240

                  1214    Secured from General Quarters. Expended two MK 32 MOD Two Torpedoes.

                                       Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1329    Maneuvering various courses and speeds while making approaches to South Honolulu

                                       anchorage number (9) nine.

                  1347    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge.

                                       The Captain has the conn.

                  1455    Anchored in 26 fathoms of water with 45 fathoms of chain in anchorage nine,

                                       South Honolulu, Hawaii, rocky bottom. Ships head 1000.

                  1502    Anchors aweigh, underway, set course 200, speed 10 Kts. for entrance to Pearl Harbor channel

                  1510    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1625    Set the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  1629    Entered inland waters. Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to Pearl Harbor channel.

                                       Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge, OOD has the conn.

                  1651    Executive Officer was given the conn.

                  1702    Moored starboard side to USS SAVAGE (DER-386) at Berth BRAVO 22½

                                       at U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1706    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail. Commenced receiving fresh water and

                                       telephone services from the pier.

7-27-61     0530    Shifted the electrical load from No. 2 Ship’s service Generator to No. 1 and

                                       3 Ship’s Service Generators split

                  0545    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0600    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  0614    CDR PENNY, (C.O. USS VANCE DER-387), assistant chief observer, and members of

                                       his command came on board and commenced operational readiness inspection of this vessel

                  0625    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft Forward 10’ 9½”, Aft 10’10”.

                  0629    Underway in accordance with COMFLTRAGRU Op-Order 30-61. Maneuvering to clear the Berth.

                                       Captain and Navigator on the Bridge. OOD, LTJG SHIPSHAPE, at the Conn.

                  0631    Steering various courses at various speeds standing out of Pearl Harbor.

                  0715    Entered international waters, secured Special Sea Detail, set regular underway watch.

                  0840    Sighted USS SPROSTON (DDE-577) bearing 110, distance 9 miles

                  0840    Commenced steering various courses to close USS SPROSTON (DDE-577)

                  0851    Captain assumed the conn.

                  0851    Maneuvering to take station along starboard side of USS SPROSTON.

                  0904    First line on SPROSTON.

                  0910    Commenced High Line Transfer

                  0912    Completed High Line

                  0918    All lines clear

                  0919    Maneuvered clear. Set base course 280, speed 12 Kt.

                  0945    Opened range to USS SPROSTON (DDE-577) to 10 miles and commenced ECM exercise

                  1004    Exercised the crew at General Quarters

                  1009    Material Condition ZEBRA is set. Commenced Damage Control exercises

                  1117    Secured from Damage Control drills.

                  1120    Commenced increasing speed for full power run

                  1140    Held battle messing drill

                  1157    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1159    Secured from General Quarters

                  1159    Commenced Modified Full Power Run, speed 19.5 kt.

                  1304    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  1321    Set Material Condition ZEBRA. Commenced steering various courses at various speeds

                                       while conducting a local surface shoot with the USS QUAPAW (ATF-110) providing services.

                  1350    Commenced firing to starboard

                  1419    Ceased firing to starboard. Expended 29 rounds of 3”/50 BL&T ammunition with no casualties

                  1420    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds while conducting Z-6-G AA surprise exercise.

                  1520    Commenced firing to port

                  1521    Ceased firing to port

                  1530    Commenced firing to starboard

                  1555    Ceased intermittent fire to starboard

                  1615    Commenced firing to port

                  1615    Ceased firing to port. Expended 93 rounds of 3”/50 NTNF ammunition throughout the exercise

                                       with no casualties

                  1630    Set Condition YOKE.

                  1637    Secured from 1AA General Quarters, set the regular underway watch.

                  1715    Exercised the crew at man overboard drill

                  1720    Secured from man overboard drill.

                  1810    Maneuvering while making approaches to anchorage ten, South Honolulu, Hawaii.

                                       The Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge. The OOD has the conn.

                  1850    Anchored in 15 fathoms of water South Honolulu, Hawaii, anchorage ten, with 45 fathoms of chain out

                                       The bottom is sandy shoal

                  1909    Anchor aweigh: Underway for local Op Area set course 230 speed 10 Kts.

                  2000    Set the crew to Ditching at sea stations

                  2013    Commenced steering various courses and various speeds for ditching at sea drill

                  2058    Commenced dropping flares

                  2111    Commenced continuous illumination

                  2122    Secured from ditching at sea drill

                  2146    Commenced darken ship drill

                  2152    Ship is lighted

                  2206    Commenced Engineering Casualty Control Drill

                  2215    Secured from Engineering Casualty Control Drills.

7-28-61     0000    Steaming independently in Pearl Harbor Operating area “BP” in accordance with

                                       COMFLETRAGRU Op-Order 30-61. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set. Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 220, base speed 10 kts.

                  0532    Entered inland waters

                  0552    Set the Special Sea and Anchoring detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                                       Mr SHIPSHAPE has the conn.

                  0559    Passed buoy No. 1 abeam to starboard. Maneuvering to conform with the Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  0603    Lowered the motor whaleboat with LTJG A.S. SEAKEEPING as boat officer

                  0636    Received the motor whale boat aboard, COMCORTRON FIVE embarked.

                  0637    Commenced exiting the Pearl Harbor Channel

                  0643    Passed buoys 1 and 2. Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail.

                  0655    Entered International Waters.

                  0740    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0803    Commenced ORI Battle Problem

                  0805    Set 1AA General Quarters

                  0809    Material condition ZEBRA is set

                  0942    Set material Condition YOKE. Secured from General Quarters and ORI Battle Problem

                  0959    Set 1AA General Quarters for Aircraft Tracking exercise. Base course 350.

                  1113    Secured from General Quarters

                  1230    Commenced maneuvering various courses and various speeds for navigating sweep mine field drill

                  1315    Secured from drill. Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1319    Set base course 340, speed 14 Kt.

                  1320    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail.

                  1321    Entered inland waters.

                  1347    Captain at the Conn. Navigator is on the bridge.

                  1350    Standing into Pearl Harbor

                  1354    Moored starboard side to berth 2, MIKE piers at U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                                       Secured the Special Sea Detail

                  1404    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       Draft Forward 10’9”, Aft. 10’9”. Receiving other miscellaneous services from the pier.

7-29-61     0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None

                  1230    SMALLSTUFF, S.C., CSSN, is AOL as of 1230, 29 July 1961.

                  1335    SMALLSTUFF, S.C., CSSN, returned to the ship having been AOL since 1230, 29 July 1961,

                                       a period of about one hour.

                  1401    COMCORTRON FIVE shifted his pennant from the USS LANSING (DER-388) to the

                                       USS VANCE (DER-387)

                  1500    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  1530    Stationed the Special Sea Detail.

                  1550    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft forward 11’0”, aft 10’9”.

                  1601    Underway in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 25-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Maneuvering on various courses at various speeds

                                       to conform with the Pearl Harbor Channel. Captain at the Conn. Navigator on the bridge.

                  1610    LTJG SHIPSHAPE is at the Conn.

                  1637    Passed Buoy No. 1 abeam to starboard. Entered International Waters.

                  1640    C/c 210, C/s 16 kts.

                  1641    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail. Set the regular steaming watch.

                  1657    C/s 16.5 kts

                  1725    C/c 315 with Barber’s Point Light bearing 000

                  1730    C/s 17 kts. Passed Barber’s Pt. Abeam to starboard, range 4 miles

                  1809    C/s to 17.5 kts

                  1819    C/c to 313

                  1904    C/c to 338. Passed Kaena Pt. Abeam to starboard, bearing 086, range 9 miles.

                                       Took departure for NAVAID/SAR station “AA”

                  2000    C/c 340

                  2145    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 295, range 26,000 yd.

                                       Determined contact to be on course 065, speed 13.5 kts.

                  2205    Contact commenced steering various course.

                  2215    Surface contact at CPA, bearing 232, range 16,800 yd.

                  2230    Lost contact visually bearing 195, range 19,700 yd.

                  2310    Surface contact faded from radar scope, bearing 158, range 56,000 yd.

7-30-61     0212    Sighted visual contact bearing 2430, range 6 miles. Evaluated contact as a sailboat

                                       Contact has only one white light visible. No running lights were seen on the contact

                  0215    Sighted red light on the same bearing which appeared to be much closer than contact

                  0217    Contact turned off all lights, but contact is still visible.

                  0225    Lost contact visually.

                  0700    Secured No. 1 ships service generator and placed No. 2 ships service generator on the line.

                                       The load is now split between Nos. 2 and 3 ships service generators

                  2030    Crossed 28000’ N Latitude.

                  2121    Sighted unknown satellite directly overhead at 28013’N and 161016’W. It appeared slightly larger

                                       and brighter than a 1st magnitude star and passed overhead from WSW to ENE.

                  2129    Satellite faded into clouds bearing 0550T, position angle 110.

7-31-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

8-1-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station "AA" from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 25-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       Nos. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 3400. Speed 17.5 kts.

                  0400    Steaming as before in light swells and moderate breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer rising

                  1214    Placed No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator on the line. Shifted the electrical load

                                       between Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1215    Secured No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1918    Suffered lube oil casualty to No. 3 Main Engine.

                  1926    Slowed the starboard shaft to 12 kts. and the port shaft to 8 kts. and took No. 3 Main Engine off the line

                  1936    Increased the starboard shaft to 16 kts. and the port shaft to 12 kts. Ship is riding comfortably

                                       in seas with light swell from 080

                  2012    Casualty to No. 3 Main Engine is repaired. Slowed and stopped the port shaft.

                                       Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Increased speed to 17 kts.

                  2213    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 0000, range 21 miles. Determined to be on course 104,

                                       speed 13 kts. with CPA at 044, 16 miles at time 2247

                  2247    Contact is at CPA bearing 047, range 16 miles

                  2328    Contact faded from radar bearing 065, range 26 miles

8-2-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station "AA" from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 25-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 3400. Speed 17 kts.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None. C/c to 338

                  1530    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       SMALLSTUFF, S.C. CSSN, Offense: Violation of UCMJ Articles 86 and 134.

                                       Punishment: Extra duties of two (2) hours a day for fourteen (14) days commencing 2 August.

                                       Revocation of recommendation for PO3.

                                       NOTHINGTOLEFT, C.O., TN, Offense: Violation of UCMJ Article 86 and 91.

                                       Punishment: Extra duties of two (2) hours a day for fourteen (14) days commencing 2 August

                  1600    Steaming as before in calm seas and light breezes.

                  1748    Determined that speed had been changed without order to 17.5 Kts. at 1655,

                                       apparently due to someone brushing the annunciator accidentally, C/s 17 kts.

                  1910    Visibility decreased to one-half (½) mile . Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  2000    Visibility increased to four miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  2315    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

8-3-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station "AA" from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 25-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material condition YOKE and

                                       condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       Nos. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Visibility is 1/10 of a mile due to fog.

                                       Sounding fog signals in accordance with the international Rules of the Road

                  0030    Changed operational control to COMBARPAC

                  0100    C/s to 15 kts.

                  0130    C/s to 13 kts

                  0200    C/s to 12 kts. Dropped No.'s 2 and 3 Main Engines and placed them in standby

                  0230    Arrived NAVAID/SAR Station "AA" bearing 160, range 30 miles and commenced patrolling

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                  0300    C/s to 8.5 Kts. Dropped the port shaft and placed No. 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  0545    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  0800    Mustered the crew at Foul Weather Parade. Commenced lying to, placed No. 2 Main Engine

                                       in fifteen minute standby. No. 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are in fifteen minute standby.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in five minute standby

                  0848    Shifted electrical load from No. 1 and 3 Ship's Service Generator to No. 2 Ship's Service Generator.

                  0905    Took No. 3 Main Engine off the line

                  1145    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples.

                  1200    Visibility is ½ mile. Sounding fog signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  1235    Visibility increased to three miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  1553    Visibility decreased to the half (½) mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  2013    Visibility increased to 5 miles, secured sounding fog signals

                  2113    Visibility reduced to 3000 yds. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

8-4-61       0000    Underway with no way on, singly, patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship. The ship is lighted.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby; No. 2 and No. 4 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby;

                                       the electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. The seas are calm;

                                       barometer steady. Visibility is restricted to 200 Yds by heavy fog.

                                       The ship is sounding fog signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  0338    Visibility increased to 6 miles. Ceased fog signals

                  0826    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  1112    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Conditions Normal.

                                       Made weekly test of magazine sprinkling system. Test satisfactory

                  1254    Visibility increased to four miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  1302    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to fog. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  1400    Commenced Captain's Lower Deck Inspection

                  1520    Secured from Captain's Lower Deck Inspection

                  1815    Ceased sounding fog signals. Visibility increased to 4 miles.

                  1915    Visibility decreased to one mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  2000    Underway as before. Visibility is (½) one-half mile. Sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road.

                  2016    Visibility increased to four (4) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  2114    Visibility decreased to one-half (½) mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  2128    Put No. 1 Main Engine on the line and got underway for station center

                  2325    Visibility increased to four (4) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

8-5-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. Base course 210, base speed 8 kts. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line.

                                       No.’s 2 and 4 Main engines are in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0001    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  0230    C/s 00 Kts. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in five minute standby

                  0703    Visibility increased to five miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0916    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 1370, distance 20,000 Yds.

                  0920    Unidentified contact tracked and determined to be on a course of 0700, speed 16 knots and opening

                  0947    Unidentified contact faded bearing 114, distance 30,000 Yds

                  1137    Visibility decreased to 1 mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  1200    Underway as before in calm seas and breezes. Barometer is steady, visibility limited to 1 mile by fog.

                  1213    Visibility increased to four miles. Ceased fog signals

                  1730    Visibility decreased to one-half (½) mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  1745    Visibility increased to two (2) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  1843    Visibility decreased to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

8-6-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. The ship is lying to. The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby, No. 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are in 15 minute standby

                  0000    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road

                  0143    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact baring 254, distance 15 miles

                  0210    Contact determined to be on course 097, speed 14.5 Kt

                  0215    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  0225    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line

                  0241    Surface contact at CPA, bearing 190, range 13,000 yds.

                  0243    C/c 310

                  0257    C/c 265.

                  0345    Surface contact faded from radar scope bearing 115, distance 25 miles

                  0428    Ceased sounding fog signals. Visibility increased to five (5) miles

                  0432    Visibility decreased to one mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  0441    Visibility increased to six (6) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0500    Commenced lying to. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in five (5) minute standby.

                  0515    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 2170, range 17 miles. Determined to be on course 0840,

                                       speed 10 Kts. CPA 1950, range 9.5 miles.

                  0617    Contact is at CPA bearing 1740, range 12 miles

                  0745    Contact faded bearing 128, distance 20 miles.

                  1610    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 278, range 15.5 miles. Contact determined to be

                                       on course 075, speed 18 Kts.

                  1616    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1642    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line. Started the starboard shaft. Set course 220, speed 8 kts.

                  1647    C/c to 240

                  1708    Contact is at CPA bearing 344, range 5¼ miles

                  1709    C/c to 265

                  1815    Contact faded: 0550, distance 16 Mi.

                  2000    Underway as before in light swell and fresh breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  2100    Stopped all engines and commenced lying to. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

8-7-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. The ship is lying to with No. 1 Main Engine in five (5) minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       No.’s 2 and 4 Main Engines are in fifteen (15) minute standby.

                  0504    Obtained surface contact on radar bearing 265, range 17 miles

                  0527    Sighted contact bearing 270, range 10 miles. Contact determined to be on course 077, speed 15 Kts.

                  0540    Contact determined to be medium sized freighter

                  0605    Contact is at CPA, bearing 359, range 6800 Yds

                  0727    Contact faded on radar bearing 061, range 20 miles

                  1155    Placed No. 1 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  1201    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line. Set base course 315, speed 8 Kt.

                  1300    C/s 11 Kt.

                  1330    C/s 8 Kt.

                  1535    Exercised the crew at General Quarters.

                  1542    Set Material Condition ZEBRA

                  1547    Held Abandon Ship Drill

                  1555    Secured from Abandon Ship Drill. Remanned all General Quarters stations.

                  1557    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1600    Secured from General Quarters

                  1600    Commenced lying to. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1614    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 3420, range 20 miles, determined to be on course 1050,

                                       speed 10 Kts.

                  1655    Contact is at CPA bearing 0050, range 18 miles.

                  1755    Contact faded bearing 2380, distance 20 miles.

                  2132    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 272, range 17 miles.

                  2145    Contact tracked and determined to be on course 085, speed 13 knots. CPA, collision.

                  2209    C/s 8 kts. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line. Base course 200.

                  2210    Sighted unidentified radar contact visually, bearing 277, range 10.5 miles

                  2245    C/c 210

                  2251    C/c 220. Redetermined CPA to be bearing 354, range 4 miles.

                  2255    Contact at CPA, bearing 354, range 4 miles

                  2257    C/c 230

                  2300    C/c 240

                  2304    C/c 250

                  2305    C/c 270

                  2309    C/c 290

                  2311    C/c 345

                  2313    C/s 000 Kts. Placed No. 1 Main Engine in five minute standby.

8-8-61       0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby and No.’s 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines

                                       are in 15 minute standby. Underway with no way one.

                  0038    Radar surface contact faded bearing 069, range 18 miles

                  0739    Placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line.

                  0740    Starboard engine ahead 1/3,138 RPM. Set course 1580 PGC.

                  0806    C/c 1570 PGC. Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line.

                  0810    Paralleled the electrical load between No. 1 and No. 2 Ship’s Service Generators

                  0814    C/d 10 Kts

                  0816    C/s 12 Kts.

                  0838    C/s 12.5 Kts

                  0900    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”, bearing 1570T, distance 30 miles enroute to rendezvous with

                                       the USS SAVAGE (DER-386) and NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC MSG. 050258Z of August 1961 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                  1305    Took No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator off the line and put No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator on.

                                       The electrical load is now split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1520    Took No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator off the line due to low lube oil pressure.

                                       The Ship’s electrical load is now on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1540    C/c 135

                  1559    Placed No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. The electrical load is split between

                                       No.’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1612    Placed No.’s 2 and 3 Main Engines on the line

                  1615    C/s 14 Kts.

                  1716    Obtained surface contact on radar bearing 165, range 18 miles

                  1720    Sighted contact bearing 170, range 13 miles

                  1722    C/c 170 to close contact.

                  1723    Contact identified as USS SAVAGE (DER-386).

                  1739    C/c 180.

                  1745    C/c 160.

                  1747    The Captain is at the conn.

                  1751    C/c 150.

                  1748    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to make approach on

                                       USS SAVAGE’s Stbd. Side

                  1756    Maintaining station on USS SAVAGE distance 180 yds. for light line transfer of freight

                  1800    Light line is rigged

                  1804    Freight is on deck

                  1807    All lines are clear. Commenced steering various courses at various speeds

                                       to clear the USS SAVAGE (DER-386)

                  1812    Set course 210, speed 12 Kt.

                  1821    Placed No.’s 1 and 3 Main Engines in 15 minute standby

                  1919    USS SAVAGE (DER-386) faded from radar bearing 355, range 17 miles

                  2100    Noted shift in winds from 315 to 190 and an increase from 11 Kt. to 17 Kt.

8-9-61       0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       No.’s 2 and 4 Main engines are on the line. No.’s 1 and 3 Main Engines are in 15 minute standby.

                                       Base course is 2100. Base speed is 12 kts.

                  1126    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 314, distanced 34,000 yds. Contact tracked and

                                       determined to be on course 090, speed 15 kts. CPA 335, distance 30,000 Yds.

                  1230    C/c to 140

                  1243    C/c to 210

                  1247    Radar surface contact faded bearing 028, range 27 miles

                  1800    Steaming as before in moderate seas and fresh breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer steady

                  2105    Obtained unidentified surface contact on radar bearing 283, distance 11½ miles.

                                       Determined contact to be on course 085, speed 16 Kts. and steady bearing of 243.

                  2105    C/c 290

                  2119    Determined CPA to be 182, distance 12,500 Yds. at time 2135

                  2122    C/c 280

                  2127    C/c 270

                  2134    C/c 260

                  2136    C/c 250

                  2139    C/c 240

                  2141    C/c 210. Hold contact at CPA bearing 166, distance 12,000 Yds.

                  2145    Obtained contact visually bearing 141, distance 12,800 Yds.

                  2227    C/c 200.

                  2237    Contact faded bearing 086, distance 19 miles

8-10-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       No.’s 2 and 4 Main engines are on the line with No.’s 1 and 3 in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 200, speed 12 kts.

                  0024    C/c 170 to place wind on starboard beam for the purpose of launching a weather balloon

                  0043    Resumed base course 200

                  0300    C/s 8 kts.

                  0302    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby. Arrived Station “AB”

                  0818    C/s 0 Kt. Commenced lying to. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  0840    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  0858    Shifted electrical load from No. 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0900    Placed No. 1 Main Engine and No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator out of commission for

                                       routine progressive maintenance. Sky is cloudy with sun obscured. Clear visibility.

                                       Ship is rolling easily in calm seas with light ground swell from 280.

                                       Experiencing light to moderate winds from 280.

                  1550    Main Control reported small electrical fire in B-4

                  1551    Fire is out. Fire was in electrical circuit and only minor damage was done.

                                       Four (4) electrical sockets were burned up. Fire was believed caused by a grounded circuit.

                  1640    Took No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator off the line due to overheating.

                                       Placed No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator on the line

8-11-61     0000    Underway with no way on, on NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE

                                       and Condition of Readiness IV are set. No. 2 Main Engine is in five minute standby;

                                       No. 4 is in fifteen minute standby; No.’s 1 and 3 Main Engines placed out of commission.

                                       No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator is on the line; No. 2 placed out of commission;

                                       No. 3 and emergency in standby.

                  2343    Unidentified radar contact bearing 1470, distance 39,900 Yds. on course 082, speed 25 knots.

                                       Unidentified contact at CPA bearing 1370, distance 47,700 Yds

                  0400    Underway as before in light swell and moderate breezes. Visibility limited to 5 miles by haze,

                                       barometer steady.

                  0605    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 1700, distance 18 miles. Contact designated skunk BRAVO

                  0615    Skunk BRAVO determined to be on course 2870, speed 21 Knots.

                  0623    Skunk BRAVO at CPA, bearing 2880T, distance 18 miles

                  0658    Skunk BRAVO faded bearing 0000, distance 35,200 Yds.

                  0700    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line

                  0704    Starboard ahead 1/3, 138 RPM. Set course 2600 PGC

                  0708    C/c 2500 PGC.

                  0926    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line and placed in five (5) minute standby.

                                       Put No. 4 Main Engine on the line ahead 1/3, 138 RPM

                  1000    C/c 270

                  1223    C/c 210

                  1250    C/c 270

                  1405    C/c 290

                  1530    Placed number one Ship Service Generator on the line. Split the electrical load between

                                       one and three Ship’s Service Generator

                  1600    C/c to 110

                  1625    C/c to 290

                  1648    C/c to 110

                  1837    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1851    C/s 0 Kt.

                  1905    C/s 8 Kt.

                  2000    Steaming as before in one to three foot seas with light winds

                  2150    C/c 1200.

8-12-61     0000    Steaming independently, patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set throughout the ship. No. 4 Main Engine is on the line and No.’s 2 and 3 Main Engines

                                       are in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on No. 4 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Base course is 120. Base speed is 8 Kts.

                  0001    C/c 310

                  0021    C/c 250 to launch balloon

                  0105    C/c 250 to launch another balloon.

                  0130    Obtained unidentified surface contact bearing 112, distance 22 miles.

                                       Determined contact on course 278, speed 19 Kts.

                  0200    Sighted contact visually bearing 121, distance 15 miles.

                  0243    Contact is at CPA bearing 180, distance 9 miles

                  0353    Contact faded bearing 251, distance 26 miles.

                  0732    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 020, range 17 miles.

                                       Contact determined to be on course 269, speed 21.5 Kts.

                  0750    Contact passed CPA bearing 355, range 17 miles.

                  0801    Stopped the port shaft. Placed No. 4 Main Engine in five minute standby. Commenced lying to

                  0900    Radar surface contact faded bearing 321, range 24 miles.

                  1030    Commenced Captain’s Berthing, Messing, and Head Inspection.

                  1117    Secured from Captain’s Berthing, Messing and Head Inspection

                  1600    Underway as before in calm seas and light breezes. Visibility is clear; barometer, steady.

8-13-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. No. two Main Engine

                                       is in fifteen minute standby and No. four Main Engine is in five minute standby.

                                       Underway with no way on.

                  0400    Steaming as before. Ship is riding comfortably in calm seas with very light ground-swell from 320.

8-14-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       No. 4 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby. No. 2 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       Underway with no way on. Seas are calm. Winds are light and variable

                  2204    Sighted object bearing 310, position angel 400. Object was same size and brightness as a

                                       first magnitude star. Assumed object to be a satellite. Passed along port side from WNW to ESE

                  2211    Object faded into clouds bearing 080, position angle 200. Ship’s position at the time

                                       was 39051’ 0N, 175029’ 0W

8-15-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. Underway with no way on. No. 2 main Engine is in five minute standby.

                                       No.’s 3 and 4 Main Engines are in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0911    No. 4 Main Engine put out of commission

                  1200    Underway as before in light to moderate seas and moderate winds.

                                       Visibility is obscured by intermittent rain, barometer falling

                  1330    Observed frontal passage

                  1624    Put No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Course 265, speed 8 Kts.

                  1914    C/c 270

                  2300    C/c to 320

8-16-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 2 Main Engine is on the line with No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Ship is steaming on base course 320, speed 8 Kt.

                  0400    C/c 1400.

                  0725    Commenced lying to. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  0820    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 286, distance 25 miles

                  0835    Determined contact to be on course 100, speed 17 Kts.

                  0913    Sighted contact visually bearing 187, distance 14 miles.

                  0927    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  0930    Put No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Course 190, speed 8 Kts.

                  0933    C/c 230

                  0953    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line. Commenced lying to

                  0955    Contact is a CPA bearing 353, distance 8,000 Yds. Contact is a commercial freighter

                  1057    Contact faded visually bearing 076, distance 18 miles

                  1912    Unidentified radar contact bearing 1960, distance 38,000 Yds. at CPA

                  1925    Unidentified radar contact on course 2650, speed 13.5 knots.

                  2000    Underway as before in calm seas, light swell, and light breezes. Visibility is clear; barometer rising

                  2007    Unidentified radar surface contact faded, bearing 2090T, distance 23 miles

                  2120    Masthead light went off due to overloaded fuze

                  2205    Masthead light operating satisfactorily

                  2327    Obtained unidentified visual surface contact bearing 2600T, distance, approximately 12 miles

                  2333    Lost unidentified surface contact visually bearing 2650T, distance 13 miles.

                  2345    Sonar reported unidentified sonar transmissions keying at approximately 8,000 Yd intervals.

                                       Distance unknown

                  2350    Put No.’s 2 and 3 Main Engines in immediate standby

                  2355    Put No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Course is 000, speed 8 Kts.

                  2359    Secured No. 2 Main Engine. Commenced lying to.

8-17-61     0000    Underway patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and

                                       Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No’s 2 and 3 Main Engines are in immediate standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Investigating possible sonar contact.

                  0017    Unable to locate sonar contact. Put No. 3 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  0020    Put No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Course is 330. Speed 8 Kts.

                  0050    C/c 230 to launch weather balloon

                  0100    C/c 330

                  0500    C/c 150

                  0700    Commenced lying to

                  0722    Placed number 2 Main Engine on the line starboard shaft. Set course 150, speed 8 Kts.

                  0820    Stopped the starboard shaft. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in five minute standby. Commenced lying to

                  1042    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Placed No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator in standby.

                  1200    Underway as before. Ship is rolling moderately in calm seas with a heavy ground swell from 340

8-18-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 2 Main Engine is in five minute standby and

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Underway with no way one.

                  0707    Underway with way on. No. 2 Main Engine on the starboard shaft ahead one-third,

                                       138 turns for 2 turns over 8 knots.

                  0708    Came to course 1500T.

                  0940    Split the electrical load between No. 2 and the emergency Ship’s Service Generators

                  1247    C/c 180

                  1303    C/c 200

                  1326    C/c 140 to launch weather balloon

                  1330    C/c 000

                  1350    Put No. 3 Main Engine on the line to facilitate swinging ship

                  1350    Took the emergency generator off the line. Put No. 3 generator on the line.

                                       The electrical load is now split between No.’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  1407    C/s 10 kts. Commenced steering various course while swinging ship

                  1730    Ceased swinging ship, C/s 8 Kts. Stopped the starboard shaft.

                                       Placed number 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. Set course 000.

                  1740    Placed number 2 Main Engine in immediate standby.

                  1743    Placed number 2 Main Engine on the line starboard shaft.

                  1747    C/s 10 Kts.

                  1750    Commenced swinging ship.

                  1843    C/s to 8 Kts.

                  1847    C/s to 10 Kts

                  1927    Ceased swinging ship. Set course 000. C/s to 8 kts.

                  1928    Stopped the starboard shaft. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in five minute standby

                  2035    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 256, distance 12.5 miles

                  2105    Surface determined to be on course 093, speed 15 Kt.

                  2112    Contact is at CPA bearing 205, range 17,000 Yd

                  2230    Contact faded from scope bearing 139, range 39,300

8-19-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 3 Main Engine is on the line. No. 2 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 2 and No. 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course is 010. Base speed is 8 Kts. on the port shaft.

                                       Seas are one ft., winds are light and variable

                  0035    C/c 060 to launch weather balloon

                  0100    Cc 1900 to remain on station

                  0145    C/s 11 Kts. on the port shaft to burn carbon out of No. 3 Main Engine.

                  0224    C/s 8 Kts. on port shaft

                  0732    Unidentified radar contact bearing 295, distance 15 miles

                  0734    Determined contact to be on course 103, speed 15 Kts.

                  0735    Determined CPA to be at time 0820, bearing 355, distance 4.5 miles

                  0800    C/c 200

                  0811    C/c 210 Redetermined CPA to be 352, distance 14,000 Yds.

                  0815    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of Personnel

                  0822    Unidentified radar contact is at CPA, bearing 352, distance 14,000 Yds

                  0835    Secured from inspection

                  0852    C/s 00 Kts. Placed No. 3 Main Engine in five minute standby

                  0929    Unidentified radar contact faded bearing 058, distance 17 miles

                  1030    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of Upper Decks

                  1117    Secured from inspection

                  1348    Shifted the electrical load from No.’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators to

                                       No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Placed No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator in standby

                  1550    Commenced swinging ship. Steering various courses while checking deviation

                  1701    Ceased swinging ship, set course 0000T

                  1706    Put No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                  1711    C/c 0100T

                  1730    C/c 0200T

                  1830    C/c 1800

                  1900    Tested No. 1 and No. 4 Main Engines, test satisfactory

                  2000    Placed No.’s 1, 2, and 4 Main Engines on the line. Speed 8 Kts.

                  2001    C/c 144

                  2030    C/s 10 Kts.

                  2100    C/s 12 Kts.

                  2130    C/s 15 Kts.

                  2200    C/s 17.5 Kts. Departed NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” enroute U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

8-20-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVE ORDER, MSG. 201000Z of August 1961.

                                       Base course 144, speed 17.5 Kts. Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  0001    Shifted operational control to COMDESFLOT FIVE.

                  1200    Steaming as before in calm seas and moderate breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer, steady.

                  1413    Obtained radar surface contact, bearing 0970T, distance 17 miles. Contact designated skunk ALFA

                  1416    Sighted skunk ALFA bearing 0910T, distance 14.5 miles

                  1418    Skunk ALFA determined to be on course 2750T, speed 13 Kts. Estimated CPA bearing 0350T,

                                       distance 8.5 miles at time 1440. Skunk ALFA evaluated as FOXTROT TANGO Group

                                       with the following characteristics: Cruiser bow, round stern; raised 2 and 3; kingpost,

                                       mast, stack, kingpost

                  1445    Skunk ALFA at CPA, bearing 0350T, distance 8 miles

                  1513    Lost visual contact with skunk ALFA bearing 3430T, distance 11 miles.

                  1540    Skunk ALFA faded bearing 3300T, distance 10½ miles

                  2207    Lost the electrical load forward due to a loss of fuel oil pressure to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Stopped the starboard shaft.

                  2215    Regained full electrical power. Started the starboard shaft. Speed 17.5 Kts.

                  2220    Sighted an unidentified flying object bearing 330, position angle 40. Object evaluated as

                                       a man made earth satellite. Satellite passing from Northwest to Southeast.

                  2227    Lost sight of satellite bearing 110, position angle 050.

8-21-61     0000    Steaming independently enroute to U.S. Nav. Sta., Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC

                                       Op-Order 201-60 and DESFLOT FIVE MOVORD, MSG. 201000Z.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3 & 4 Main Engines on the line, 315 RPM for 17.5 Kts.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       The ship is lighted in accordance with the international rules of the road. Base course 1440T.

                  0023    Sighted vessel bearing 1360T, distance 36,000 Yds. Contact held on radar, designated skunk BRAVO

                  0027    Skunk BRAVO course 2900T, speed 12 Kts.

                  0042    C/s 1300T

                  0045    C/c 0900T

                  0057    Skunk BRAVO at CPA bearing 1620T, distance 8,800 Yds.

                  0058    C/c 1200T

                  0100    C/c 1440T

                  0100    Communicated with skunk BRAVO by flashing light. Skunk BRAVO identified as S.S. YORKSHIRE

                  0145    Lost contact visually

                  0233    Skunk BRAVO faded bearing 2900T, distance 62,000 Yds

                  0315    Sighted contact bearing 1260T, distance 28,000 Yds.

                  0322    C/s 1200T

                  0324    Contact designated skunk CHARLIE, held on radar and determined to be on

                                       course 2950T, speed 12.5 Kts, CPA 2050T, 8,000 Yds., time 0342

                  0330    C/c 1000T.

                  0333    New CPA skunk CHARLIE 1950T, 10,000 Yds. at time 0342

                  0342    Skunk CHARLIE at CPA bearing 1900T, distance 11,400 Yds.

                  0343    C/c 1440T

                  0414    Lost skunk CHARLIE visually bearing 2780, range 7 miles

                  0440    Skunk CHARLIE faded from radar bearing 3000, range 15 miles

                  0954    C/s 16.5 Kts. Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line to check governor

                  1024    Making various speeds while testing No. 2 Main Engine

                  1031    Lost the electrical load forward due to loss of fuel suction on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Took No.’s 1 and 2 Main Engines off the line.

                  1100    Placed No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator back on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  1115    Repairs made on No. 1 Main Engine. Put starboard shaft back on the line. Speed 8 Kts.

                  1118    C/s speed 10 Kts

                  1120    C/s 15 Kts

                  1122    C/s 17.5 Kts

                  1330    C/c 145

                  2147    Observed a rapidly moving celestial object which was evaluated as a possible satellite.

                                       Object was first detected on a bearing of 3400T, position angle 800.

                                       The object was similar in appearance to a first magnitude star or planet

                  2151    Lost sight of unidentified celestial object bearing 0900T, position angle 750.

                  2255    LANSING MESSAGE 220855Z reported the celestial object sighting to COMBARPAC

                                       in accordance with JANAP 146D

8-22-61     0000    Underway independently enroute to U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       DESFLOT FIVE MOVORD MSG 201000Z. No.’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       The ship is lighted in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                                       Base Course 145, speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0057    The Masthead light shorted out

                  1800    Underway as before. Passing through intermittent rain squalls with gusts of wind up to 33 Kts.

                  1950    C/c 142

8-23-61     0000    Underway independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG 201000Z of August 1961.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       The ship is lighted in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 142, base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0014    Made radar land fall on the island of KAUAI bearing 160, range 79 miles

                  0313    Sighted the lume of KILAUEA PT. Light bearing 167, range 32 miles

                  0348    C/c to 139

                  0412    C/c 135

                  0420    Sighted KILAUEA Point light bearing 170, range 24 miles

                  0532    KILAUEA Point light abeam to starboard bearing 235, range 9 miles

                  0808    C/c 1320.

                  0844    Sighted OAHU visually bearing 1100, range 22 miles.

                  0948    Passed KAINI (KAENA) Point abeam to port bearing 0430, range 8 miles

                  1015    C/c 1270.

                  1104    Passed Barber’s Point abeam to port bearing 037, range 2 miles

                  1141    Stopped engines and tested backing bell. Test satisfactory

                  1144    Made complete turn to the right

                  1147    Set the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  1155    Tested back bell

                  1208    Entered inland waters. Captain at the conn. Navigator on the Bridge. Draft Forward 10’2”, Aft 10’3”

                  1214    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds conforming to Pearl Harbor channel

                  1235    Maneuvering to go alongside pier WHISKEY, Berth 2

                  1237    Stopped all engines

                  1237    Moored starboard side to pier WHISKEY, Berth 2, U.S. Naval Ammunition Depot,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, with all lines singled up.

                  1244    Secured the Special Sea Detail.

                  1250    Commenced off loading ammunition: 11 depth charge MK 9, MOD 4;

                                       25 Aircraft float light MK 6, MOD 3;

                                       127 Fuze grenade hand; 50 Flare, surface, MK 20, MOD 0,

                                       24 Signal smoke illumination, MRB, MOD 0;

                                       18 Percussion detonators MK 53, MOD 0,

                                       1 Rocket pistol MK 1, MOD 1;

                                       24 Signal smoke, red, MK 2, MOD 1;

                                       4 Torpedo MK 32, MOD 1; 4 A.D. MK 2, MOD 1;

                                       100 7.2 Hedgehog projectiles with tails, MK 6;

                                       20 Projectile MK 12, MOD 0.

                  1330    Secured from handling ammunition

                  1335    Stationed the Special Sea Detail

                  1346    Maneuvering to clear berth. Executive Officer, LT QUARTERINGSEA conning.

                                       Captain and Assistant Navigator on the bridge.

                  1347    Commenced steering various courses and various speeds conforming to Pearl Harbor channel.

                  1403    Passed buoy No. 16 abeam to starboard, range 50 Yds. Maneuvering to go alongside pier

                  1419    Moored starboard side to USS FORSTER (DER-334) at pier BRAVO, Berth 22.5

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor Hawaii with standard mooring lines.

                  1421    Secured the Special Sea Detail. Ships present include various units of the U.S. Pacific Fleet,

                                       Harbor and District Craft. Modified Material Condition YOKE is set.

                  1454    Commenced miscellaneous services from the pier. SOPA is COMFIRSTFLT

                                       embarked on USS HELENA (CA-75) at MIKE pier berth 1.

8-24-61     0800    Mustered the crew at quarters, absentees none.

8-25-61     0540    NEST, B.S., FA, was returned to the ship by HASP charged with drunkenness.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: PRECEDENCE, O.W., EM2

                                       and NEPTUNE, M.G., SOG2.

                  0740    NEPTUNE, M.G., SOG2, returned to the ship having been AWOL since 0700 this date,

                                       a period of 40 minutes

                  0805    PRECEDENCE, O.W., EM2, returned to the ship having been AWOL since 0700 this date;

                                       a period of one (1) hour and five (5) minutes

                  1100    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of messing, berthing, and heads

                  1130    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Conditions normal.

                  1141    Made weekly test of magazine sprinkling systems. Conditions Normal. Secured from inspection

                  1230    Mustered the crew at quarters for Captain’s Inspection of Personnel

                  1259    Secured from inspection

8-26-61     0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None.

8-27-61     0900    Mustered the crew on stations, no unauthorized absentees

8-28-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0730    Shifted shore power to ship’s power

                  0755    YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) alongside to port Aft

                  0810    Set Modified Special Sea and Anchor Detail on bridge, fo’csle, and fantail

                  0826    YTB 496 (USS CHAHAO) alongside forward

                  0827    Singled up all lines

                  0828    Pilot WILSON came aboard

                  0832    Took in all lines

                  0833    Underway

                  0854    Moored pier BRAVO, berth 22.5

                  0900    Doubled up all lines, secured Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  0904    Tugs departed

                  0911    Shifted from ships power to shore power.

                  0915    YO-78 came alongside

                  0933    Commenced taking on fuel

                  1345    The Commanding Officer held Mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       NAVIGATION, S.C., SA, Offense: Article 107, False official statements and 123, Forgery.

                                       Punishment: Restriction to the limits of the ship for fourteen (14) days

                                       commencing 28 August 1961.

                  1451    Completed taking on fuel. Received 79,161 gallons.

                  1550    YO-78 cast-off from port side

                  1840    USS FORSTER (DER-334) stood in and moored alongside to port

8-29-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: NAVALSTORES, O.P., RD3.

                  1114    NAVALSTORES, O.P., RD3, returned aboard having been AWOL since 0700 this date,

                                       a period of four (4) hours and fourteen (14) minutes

8-30-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0835    HMAS GASCOYNE (F-354) moored starboard side to pier BRAVO, berth 25.

                  1210    USS NEWELL (DER-322) moored alongside to port

8-31-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1002    COMCORTRON FIVE arrived aboard for informal inspection of the ship

                  1142    Received message from CINCPACFLT, SOPA Pearl CINCPACFLT arrived Pearl 0600W

                                       and resumed duties as SOPA Pearl SOPA ADMIN remains COMNAVBASE, 3116112.

9-1-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees; None.

9-2-61       0800    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3, absent since 0600 this date

9-3-61       0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3, absent since 0600,

                                       2 September 1961

9-4-61       0318    SICKBAY, S.H., RD3, USN returned from liberty with right hand swollen, taken to

                                       U.S. Naval Dispensary, right hand broken in 2 (two) places.

                  0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3, AWOL since 0600,

                                       2 September 1961

9-5-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3, AWOL since 0600,

                                       2 September 1961

                  1112    Divers from USS HAMUL (AD-20) commenced underwater inspection of ship’s sonar equipment

9-6-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3, and PADRE, A.S., ENFA

                  0724    Ensign C.U. PULLS and Ensign G.M. OILSKINS, departed ship for Temporary Additional Duty

                                       to COMBARPAC at Barber’s Point, Hawaii

                  0810    PADRE, A.S., ENFA, returned on board having been UA since 0700 this date.

                  1008    NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3, was delivered on board by Marine guard having been UA since

                                       about 2200, 1 September 1961

                  1300    NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3, was taken to the Naval Station Brig and confined for safe keeping.

                  1445    Set the Modified Sea Detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                  1510    YTB 262 (USS ONEYANA) is alongside USS NEWELL (DER-322) forward and

                                       the MENOQUET (YTB 256) aft

                  1512    Harbor pilot (Mr. PAPE) is aboard.

                  1517    Underway dead plant assisted by tugs to berth BRAVO 23

                  1545    Moored starboard side to pier BRAVO, Berth 23.

                  1600    Secured the Modified Sea Detail

                  1645    HMAS GASCOYNE (F 354) is standing out the Pearl Harbor channel

                  2030    In accordance with BUPERS Orders 078011 of May 12, 1961 ENS E.S. NACELLE reported

                                       on board for duty

9-7-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: RATLINE, S.L., RD3.

                  0910    RATLINE, S.L., RD3, returned on board having AWOL since 0700 this date

                  1335    The Commanding Officer held Mast and imposed Non-Judicial punishment as follows:

                                       RATLINE, S.L., RD3, AWOL on this date for a period of 2 hours 10 minutes.

                                       Punishment: Reduction in rate suspended for six (6) months.

                                       PADRE, A.S., ENFA, AWOL on 6 September 1961 for a period of one (1) hour, 10 minutes.

                                       Punishment: Extra duty of two (2) hours a day for a period of seven (7) days.

9-8-61       0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN

                  0710    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0730    Stationed the Special Sea Detail

                  0800    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples, conditions normal.

                                       Made weekly tests of magazine sprinkling and flooding systems, conditions satisfactory.

                  0810    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft: Forward 10’, Aft. 10’6”.

                  0810    USS NEWELL (DER-322) underway from alongside to port with tugs

                  0828    Underway for NAD West Loch. Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. The Captain has the conn,

                                       steering various courses at various speeds to conform to the Pearl Harbor channel

                  0835    LT QUARTERINGSEA assumed the conn.

                  0848    The officer of the deck assumed the conn. Entered West Loch channel.

                  0912    Moored starboard side to berth W2, NAD, West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  0920    Commenced loading ammunition

                  1006    Completed loading ammunition, having received from NAD West Loch:

                                       Eleven Mark 9 Depth Charges, Four Mark 32 Torpedoes, 100 Hedgehogs, and

                                       various other pyrotechnics

                  1006    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1019    Underway for U. S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                                       The officer of the deck has the conn. Steering various courses at various speeds

                                       to conform with West Loch channel

                  1044    Entered Pearl Harbor channel steering various courses at various speeds to conform with

                                       Pearl Harbor channel

                  1100    The Captain assumed the conn.

                  1103    Moored starboard side to the USS NEWELL (DER-322) at berth BRAVO 23,

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  1120    Commenced receiving miscellaneous services from the pier

                  1230    Commenced Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  1315    Secured from Captain’s Personnel Inspection

9-9-61       0802    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN, AWOL since 0700,

                                       8 September 1961.

9-10-61     0800    Mustered the duty section on station. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN, AWOL since 0700,

                                       8 September 1961, still absent

9-11-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0705    Executed exercise emergency sortie plan in accordance with COMNAVBASE Pearl Msg. 111705Z

                  0708    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. The Captain is at the conn. The Navigator is on the bridge.

                  0730    COMCORTRON FIVE and Staff arrived aboard

                  0738    Underway in accordance with COMNAVBASE Pearl Msg. 111705Z for emergency dispersal.

                                       OCE COMDESRON 25 embarked in USS PHILIP (DDE-498)

                  0739    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds while standing out of the Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  0745    The Executive Officer assumed the conn.

                  0757    Passed buoy No. 1 abeam to port

                  0801    C/s to 14 Kts.

                  0805    C/s 15 Kts

                  0807    C/s 17 Kts

                  0810    Exercised the crew at 1AS General Quarters

                  0818    Mr. SHIPSHAPE is at the conn. C/s 12 Kts. C/c 130

                  0819    Completed BT drop

                  0917    Secured from 1AS General Quarters. Set the Regular Steaming Watch

                  1000    Commenced broad weave 1,000 Yds. ahead of USS SERRANO (ATF 197)

                  1400    Broke off the broad weave. Exercise dispersal terminated. C/c 283.

                  1417    C/c 321

                  1418    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge

                  1424    Passed buoy No. 1 abeam to port. Commenced steering various courses at various speeds

                                       while entering the Pearl Harbor Channel

                  1459    Moored starboard side to USS NEWELL (DER-322) at pier BRAVO, Berth 23.5,

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii with standard mooring lines

                  1503    COMCORTRON FIVE and Staff debarked

                  1515    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail. Set the regular in-port watch

9-12-61     0600    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0730    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN.

                  0752    NAUTICALMILE, L.M., SD3 was returned aboard from Marine Brig, U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, where he was held for safekeeping

                  0830    Set the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail. The Captain is at the conn, the Navigator is on the bridge

                  0835    Secured all services from the pier. The electrical load is split between

                                       No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  0845    Completed preparations for getting underway

                  0900    Underway in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 31-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                  0901    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to conform with the Pearl Harbor channel.

                  0935    Passed buoy #1 abeam to starboard

                  0941    Entered International waters

                  0944    C/c 255

                  1040    Passed Barber’s Pt. Abeam to starboard. C/c 297.

                  1113    C/s 17 Kts.

                  1340    C/c 322

                  1341    C/c 325

                  1600    Underway as before. Ship is riding comfortably in calm seas with light ground swell from 060

                  1917    Commenced steering course 3320 PGC, by Gyro compass

                  1942    C/s 17.5 Kts.

9-13-61     0000    Underway independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT 5’s Movement Order 31-61.

                                       Conditions of Readiness Four and Material Condition YOKE are set.

                                       Base course 332, Base speed 17.5 Kts. No’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN, AWOL since 0700,

                                       8 September 1961.

                  0911    Suffered lube oil casualty to No. 1 Main Engine. Slowed shaft to 1/3 to take No. 1 Engine off the line

                  0915    C/s 15 Kts.

                  1028    Casualty to No. 1 Main Engine repaired. Stopped starboard shaft and

                                       placed No. 1 Main Engine on the line.

                  1045    C/s 17.5 Kt.

                  1326    C/c 280 for balloon launch

                  1336    Returned to base course 321

                  2000    Underway as before in moderate seas and fresh breezes. Visibility is clear, barometer rising.

                  2011    Commenced steering course 3320 PGC

                  2200    C/c 3350 PGC

9-14-61     0000    Underway independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 31-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Conditions of Readiness Four and Material Condition YOKE are set throughout the ship.

                                       Base course is 335, base speed 17.5 Kts. No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN, AWOL since 0700,

                                       8 September 1961

                  1316    Detected air leak to No. 3 Main Engine. Commenced slowing shaft to effect repairs

                  1325    Stopped the port shaft, slowed starboard shaft to 14 Kts.

                  1352    Air leak repaired on No. 3 Main Engine. Placed port shaft on the line

                  1410    Set base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  1537    Exercised the crew at General Quarters

                  1544    Held abandon ship drill

                  1548    Secured from abandon ship drill

                  1600    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1604    Secured from General Quarters

                  1735    Obtained unidentified surface contact bearing 047, range 16 miles. Contact tracked and determined

                                       to be on a course of 260, speed 8 Kts.

                  1746    Sighted unidentified surface contact bearing 044, range 13 miles

                  1752    C/c 050. Contact appears to be a freighter

                  1800    Unidentified surface contacts CPA determined to be bearing 145, 2500 Yds

                  1802    C/c 335

                  1820    New CPA determined to be bearing 103, distance 12,000 Yds

                  1820    Contact at CPA, bearing 103, distance 12,000 Yds

                  1934    Obtained unidentified surface contact bearing 090, distance 19 miles. Contact tracked and determined

                                       to be on a course of 277, speed 14.5 Kts. CPA bearing 116, distance 17 miles at time 2014

9-15-61     0000    Underway independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 31-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Base course is 3350 T, base speed 27.5 (??) knots.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The Electrical load is split

                                       between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. The seas are calm, wind is light.

                                       Visibility is clear, barometer steady.

                  0000    Skunk CHARLEY faded bearing 270, distance 23 miles

                  0800    C/c 340

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN, AWOL since 0700,

                                       8 September 1961

                  1054    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples; conditions normal.

                                       Made weekly test of magazine sprinkling and flooding system; conditions satisfactory

                  1535    Set ditching at sea detail

                  1552    Secured from ditching at sea drill

                  2000    C/c 335

9-16-61     0000    Underway independently enroute to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 31-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. Starboard shaft is ahead standard, 300 RPM.

                                       Port shaft is ahead 2/3, 247 RPM. The Electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and

                                       3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course is 335, base speed 15 knots.

                                       The ship has passed through several heavy rain squalls and the barometer is dropping

                  0424    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact, bearing 306, distance 11 miles

                  0444    C/c 045.

                  0500    Contact determined to be on course 068, speed 11.5 Kt

                  0500    C/c 010.

                  0503    C/c 000.

                  0504    Sighted contact visually bearing 245, distance 3.5 miles

                  0515    Surface contact at CPA bearing 178, range 5,800 Yds

                  0520    Lost contact visually

                  0611    Contact faded from radar scope bearing 132, distance 17.5 miles

                  0644    Visibility reduced to 1000 Yds. due to heavy rain. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  0734    Visibility increased to seven (7) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  0845    C/c 340.

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s Lower Deck Inspection

                  1132    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 349, distance 16 miles. Designated contact skunk B

                  1135    Skunk “B” determined to be on course 165, speed 15 Kts

                  1135    Secured from Captain’s Lower Decks Inspection

                  1202    Sighted skunk BRAVO, bearing 2550T, distance 11 miles. Skunk BRAVO identified as

                                       USS FORSTER (DER-334)

                  1224    Commenced slowing in order to take No. 2 Main Engine off the line

                  1225    USS FORSTER (DER-334) passed 700 Yds. abeam on the starboard side. C/c 0100 PGC

                  1230    Starboard engine ahead 1/3. Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line.

                  1231    C/s 12 Kts.

                  1245    C/c 320 PGC to launch weather balloon

                  1246    C/c 3400 PGC

                  1248    Lost sight of USS FORSTER (DER-334) bearing 1600T, distance 10 miles

                  1348    USS FORSTER (DER-334) faded, bearing 1780T, distance 18 miles

                  1354    Tested rudder after adding oil to hydraulic system; Test satisfactory

                  1508    C/s 8 Kts.

                  1510    Port engine stop. Took No. 3 Main Engine off the line and placed it in 15 minute standby

                  1512    C/c 2250 PGC

                  1830    C/c 045.

9-17-61     0000    Underway independently on NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT V MOVORD 31-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No. 1 Main Engine is on the line; starboard shaft ahead 1/3. 138 RPM.

                                       No. 3 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby. The ship’s electrical load is split between

                                       No 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 0450T; base speed 2 turns over 8 knots.

                  0043    C/c 2650T to launch radiosonde upper air sounding balloon

                  0100    C/c 0450T

                  0638    C/c 010

                  0640    C/c 020

                  0701    C/c 030

                  1200    C/s 12 Kts.

                  1201    C/c 230

                  1203    C/s 8 Kts.

                  1315    Shifted the electrical load from No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators to

                                       No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  2000    Underway as before in moderate winds and seas. Visibility is clear, barometer rising.

                  2045    C/c 0300 PGC

                  2113    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 3260T, distance 21 miles

                  2130    Contact designated skunk ALFA. Determined to be on course 0850T, speed 12 Kts.

                  2139    C/c 0400 PGC.

                  2152    Sighted skunk ALFA bearing 3490T, bearing 14.5 miles

                  2232    Skunk ALFA at CPA bearing 0200T, distance 12 miles

                  2242    Lost sight of skunk ALFA bearing 0260T, distance 12.5 miles

9-18-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line. No. 3 Main engine is in five minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 040, base speed 8 Kts.

                  0030    C/c 000.

                  0030    Unidentified surface radar contact faded bearing 020, range 24 miles

                  0040    C/c 040

                  0526    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 123, distance 18 miles

                  0556    Determined contact to be on course 261, speed 8.5 Kts. CPA bearing 162, distance 14 miles at 0635

                  0638    Held contact at CPA bearing 162, distance 14 miles

                  0806    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 3230T, 24.5 miles. Determined to be on course 0820T,

                                       speed 14 Kts. CPA 0210T, 10 miles at 1045

                  1140    C/c to 2200T

                  1252    C/c 2700T to launch radiosonde balloon upper air sounding

                  1315    C/c 2200T

                  1342    Unidentified radar contact bearing 0730T, distance 38,000 Yds

                  1345    Unidentified radar contact’s course determined to 2760T, speed 14 Kts.

                  1505    C/c 2400T.

                  1520    Unidentified radar contact at CPA 0100T, distance 18,000 Yds

                  1600    The Commanding officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., Offense: Violation of UCMJ Article 92.

                                       Punishment: Two weeks extra duty.

                  1745    Surface contact faded on radar bearing 308, range 22 miles

                  2057    C/s 11 Kts

                  2059    C/c 060

                  2105    C/s 8 Kts

                  2115    C/c 055

9-19-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. one (1) Main Engine is on the line and No. three (3) Main engine

                                       is in five (5) minute standby. The electrical load is on No. two (2) Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Base course 055, base speed 8 Kt.

                  0725    Visibility decreased to 2 miles. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       International Rules of the Road

                  0800    Underway as before in moderate swell and breezes. Visibility is reduced to 1 mile by fog;

                                       barometer is rising

                  0824    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased fog signals

                  0911    C/c 2000 PGC

                  0931    C/c 2100 PGC.

                  1002    Stopped the starboard shaft momentarily and placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line.

                                       Placed No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  2114    Unidentified radar contact bearing 1510T, distance 29,800 Yds.

                  2120    After lookout sighted air contact 2900R, elevation 200 closing

                  2121    Air contact evaluated as AEW Aircraft

                  2123    Unidentified radar contact’s course 2650T, speed 15 Kts.

                  2125    Unidentified radar contact CPA determined to be 1850T, distance 22,000 Yds at time 2141

                  2130    Stb. ahead 2/3, C/c 3000T

                  2134    Unidentified radar contact designated skunk ALPHA

                  2135    Skunk ALPHA at CPA 1780T, distance 24,000 Yds

                  2138    Stb. ahead 1/3, 138 RPM

                  2210    Skunk ALPHA faded bearing 2080T, distance 34,000 Yds.

9-20-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. No. 1 Main Engine is on the line with No. 3 in 5 minute standby. The electrical load is

                                       on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 320, speed 8 kts.

                  0933    Visibility decreased to 1 mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road

                  0940    Visibility increased to 4 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  1300    Split electrical load between numbers two (2) and three (3) s/s generators

                  1405    Exercised the crew at General Quarters

                  1435    Commenced firing

                  1448    Ceased Firing. Expended 25 rounds VT Non-Frag ammunition

                  1455    Secured from General Quarters

                  1507    Shifted electrical load to number two (2) s/s generator

                  2140    Visibility decreased to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road

9-21-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set throughout the ship. No. 2 Main Engine is on the line with No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute

                                       standby. The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Base course is 000, base speed 8 Kts. Visibility is ½ mile.

                                       Sounding fog signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  0132    Visibility increased to 4 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0414    Visibility decreased to less than 1000 Yds. due to fog and drizzle.

                                       Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  0455    Visibility increased to four 94) miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  1244    Stopped all engines and commenced lying to. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  1320    Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

9-22-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE is set. Underway with no way on

                                       Number two Main Engine is in 5 minute standby.

                                       Number three Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on number two Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0215    Placed number two Main Engine in immediate standby

                  0220    Placed number two Main Engine on the line, starboard shaft. Set course 350, speed 8 Kts.

                  0620    Split the electrical load between No.’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  0633    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Port engine ahead 1/3, 138

                  0759    C/c 320

                  0815    C/s 12 Kts

                  0849    C/c 150

                  0900    Commenced Engineering 12 Kt. economy run

                  1336    C/c 260

                  1348    C/c 330

                  1506    Secured from Engineering 12 Kt. Economy Run

                  1520    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line and placed in 15 minute standby

                  1535    Took No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator off the line. Electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1615    Commenced lying to

                  1807    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the port shaft; port engine ahead 1/3, 138 turns

                  1808    Set course 3200T

                  1840    Port engine stop. Commenced lying to

                  2008    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Commenced getting underway. Set course 320, speed 8 Kts

                  2026    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Placed No. 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                  2245    Placed No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. Commenced lying to

                  2310    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Commenced getting underway. Set base course 320, speed 8 Kts.

9-23-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. Number three Main Engine is on the line. Number two Main Engine is in

                                       fifteen minute standby. The electrical load is on number two Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Base course 320, base speed 8 Kts.

                  0200    C/c 140

                  0812    Commenced lying to. Port shaft in five (5) minute standby

                  1000    Commenced Captain’s Lower Deck Inspection

                  1115    Secured from Captain’s Lower Deck Inspections

                  1128    Placed number two (2) Main Engine out of commission

9-24-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set. The ship is lying to. No. four (4) Main Engine is in 5 minute standby and

                                       No. 1 and 3 Main Engines are in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0326    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1552    Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line. Base course 1000. Base speed 8 Kts.

9-25-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set throughout the ship. No. 4 Main Engine is on the line with

                                       No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minutes standby. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       Base course is 1000T; base speed, 8 Kts. The sea is calm; winds are light; visibility is clear;

                                       barometer steady

                  0802    C/s all stop

                  0823    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  1530    Underway on port shaft, number four (4) Main Engine, speed 8 Kts

                  1537    Exercises the crew at General Quarters. Set Material condition ZEBRA.

                  1542    Commenced gunnery AA exercise

                  1546    Commenced firing to port

                  1605    Ceased firing

                  1606    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1607    Secured from General Quarters. Ammunition expended: 25 rounds 3”/50 VT Non-Frag and

                                       3 rounds Frag projectiles

                  1608    Port engine stop. Commenced lying to. No. 4 Main Engine placed in five minute standby

                  1630    The Commanding Officer held mast and dismissed the case of OVERALL, L.D., EN2.

                  2115    Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line. C/s 8 Kts. Set course 060

                  2305    C/c 070

9-26-61     0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV

                                       are set throughout the ship. No. 4 Main Engine is on the line with

                                       No. 1 Main Engine in 15 minute standby. The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       Base course is 070; base speed 8 Kts. The seas and winds are calm, and the barometer is steady

                  0732    Port engine stop. Commenced lying to

                  0848    Shifted electrical load from number 3 Ship Service Generator to number two ship’s Service Generator

                  1025    Placed number 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby, placed number 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  1134    Split the electrical load between number 2 Ship’s Service Generator and the emergency generator

                  1544    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

9-27-61     0000    Underway with no way on, on NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. No. 3 Main Engine is in five minute standby;

                                       No.’s 1 and 4 in fifteen minute standby. The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set. Ship’s head is East

                  0116    Unidentified radar contact bearing 2530, distance 35,000 Yds. Contact designated skunk ALPHA

                  0125    Skunk ALPHA course determined 0920, speed 13 Kts. Skunk ALPHA C/c 0880

                  0155    Skunk ALPHA held visually

                  0234    Skunk ALPHA at CPA bearing 1800, distance 14,000 Yds.

                  0317    Lost visual contact skunk ALPHA

                  0403    Skunk ALFA faded bearing 112, range 21 miles

                  0702    Split the electrical load between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Secured No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0727    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Commenced getting underway. Set course 175

                  0800    Placed No. 1, 2, and 4 Main Engines on the line.

                  0926    C/s 10 Kts.

                  0950    C/s 12 Kts.

                  1107    C/c 195

                  1141    C/s 15 Kts

                  1210    C/s 17 Kts

                  1215    C/s 17.5 Kts

                  1217    Obtained radar contact bearing 088, distance 18.5 miles. Determined to be USS SAVAGE (DER-387)

                                       on course 321, speed 18 Kts

                  1226    Contact is at CPA bearing 074, distance 17 miles

                  1246    Contact faded bearing 055, distance 19 miles

                  1331    C/c 198

                  1435    The Commanding Officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:

                                       PADRE, A.S., ENFA, Offense: UCMJ Article 92. Insubordinate conduct towards

                                       a non-commissioned officer and failure to obey an order or regulation.

                                       Punishment: Awarded Summary Court Martial

                  1725    Commenced sounding fog signals

                  1745    Ceased sounding fog signals

                  2000    C/c 1950 PGC

9-28-61     0000    Underway as before enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to Midway Island in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE Message 272335Z No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 195. Base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0759    C/s 17.0 Kt.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: MULTIPLEMAST, E.M., SN, AWOL since 0700,

                                       8 September 1961.

                  0815    C/s 16 Kt.

                  0832    C/s 14 Kt

                  0900    Commenced 14 knot economy trial

                  1600    Completed 14 Kt. Economy Trial

                  1605    All Engines ahead full, 284 RPM for 16 Kts.

                  1755    C/s 16.5 Kts

9-29-61     0000    Underway as before. Enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to U.S. Naval Air Station,

                                       Midway Island in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MESSAGE 272335Z.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set. Base course 195, speed 16.5.

                  0815    Commenced Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  0840    Secured from Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  0940    C/s 15 Kts.

                  1350    C/s 14.5 Kts

                  1509    Took No. 3 Main Engine off the line due to fuel oil leak

                  1512    Placed No. 3 Main Engine back on the line

                  2015    All ahead standard, 246 RPM for 14 Kts.

                  2110    C/s 237 RPM for 13.5 Kt.

9-30-61     Underway as before enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to U.S. Naval Air Station, Midway Island

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MESSAGE 272335Z.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 195. Base speed 13.5 Kts.

                  0200    C/c 180.

                  0410    Obtained Midway Island on radar bearing 146, range 27 miles

                  0415    Sighted lumen of the Midway Aero Beacon bearing 146, range 25 miles

                  0714    Midway Aero beacon is abeam to port, range 6.3 miles

                  0745    Set the Special Sea and Anchor detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                  0746    Passed the C.E. Dant States Line abeam to port

                  0749    YTB-412 (USS CONCHARDEE) alongside to port

                  0750    Mr. WILLIAMSON, Harbor Pilot, is aboard

                  0752    Mr. WILLIAMSON assumed the conn. Commenced steering to conform to the Midway Channel

                  0757    Passed buoy 1 abeam to port

                  0814    Moored starboard side to pier No. 2, U.S. Naval Station, Midway Island

                  1208    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1216    Shifted watch to the bridge

                  1222    Tested all Main Engines

                  1226    Mr. WILLIAMSON, Pilot, on board

                  1228    Commenced steering various courses and speeds leaving Midway Naval Station,

                                       enroute to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1233    Pilot has the conn. Captain has the deck.

                  1238    Passed buoy number 21 to starboard

                  1240    Passed buoy number 19 to starboard

                  1241    Passed buoy number 17 to starboard

                  1242    Passed buoy number 15 to starboard

                  1243    Passed buoy number 13 to starboard

                  1244    Passed buoy number 11 to starboard

                  1245    Passed buoy number 9 to starboard

                  1246    Passed buoy number 7 to starboard

                  1247    Passed buoy number 3 to starboard

                  1248    Passed buoy number 1 to starboard

                  1251    Pilot disembarked. Captain has the conn. Executive Officer has the deck

                  1725    Obtained radar contact bearing 085, distance 17 miles evaluated as Pearl and Hermes Reef

                  1748    Sighted Pearl and Hermes Reef bearing 174, distance 13 miles

10-1-61     0000    Underway independently enroute U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Midway in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 MESSAGE 272335Z.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 4 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Base course is 110, base speed 17.5 kts.

                  2142    Obtained Gardner Pinnacles on radar bearing 127, distance 23 miles

                  2300    Sighted Gardner Pinnacles bearing 157, range 16,000 Yd

                  2312    Gardner Pinnacles abeam to starboard, range 11,800 Yd

                  2342    Lost visual sight of Gardner Pinnacles bearing 250, range 19,700 Yd

10-2-61     0000    Underway independently enroute to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from U.S. Naval Station, Midway Island

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MESSAGE 272335Z of 28 September 1961.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course is 110, speed 17.5 knots.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  0052    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile due to heavy rain squall. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  0055    Visibility increased to seven miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0839    C/c 112

                  0900    C/s 14.5 Kts. Took No. 1 Main Engine off the line due to lube oil casualty

                  0929    C/s 17.5 Kts. Placed No. 1 Main Engine back on the line.

                  1342    C/c 114

                  1930    Radar contact bearing 1080, distance 80,000 Yds evaluated as island of Nihoa

                  2127    Sighted Nihoa Island bearing 0790T, distance 10 miles

                  2201    Nihoa Island at CPA, bearing 0230T, 4 miles

                  2234    Lost sight of Nihoa Island bearing 3590T, distance 11 miles

10-3-61     0000    Underway as before enroute from U.S. Naval Station Midway Island to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MESSAGE 272335Z of 28 September 1961.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3 and four Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 114, base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0130    C/c 118

                  0445    Sighted Lehaa (Lehua) Light bearing 131, distance 13.5 miles

                  0536    Passed Lehaa (Lehua) Light abeam to starboard, distance 2.5 miles

                  0555    Sighted Kokole (Kokola) Pt. Light bearing 103, distance 12 miles

                  0645    Passed Kokole (Kokola) Pt. Light abeam to port, distance 3 miles

                  1349    Stopped all engines for purpose of testing backing bells

                  1350    C/s 8 Kts

                  1351    C/s 12 Kts

                  1352    Black smoke detected in forward engine room and forward auxiliary machinery room,

                                       went to general quarters

                  1354    Material Condition ZEBRA set

                  1355    Smoke determined to be due to faulty reversing valve of No. one (1) Main Engine.

                                       Material damage only to the extent of No. one (1) Main Engine out of commission.

                                       No personnel casualties. Smoke cleared by means of shipboard ventilation system

                  1357    Material condition YOKE set. Secured from general quarters

                  1411    Stationed the Special Sea Detail. Captain at the conn. Navigator on the bridge

                  1422    Entered inland waters. Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to conform to

                                       Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  1448    Took No. 3 Main Engine off the line and placed in immediate standby

                  1453    Maneuvering to go alongside pier

                  1455    Stopped all engines

                  1456    Moored starboard side to USS FALGOUT (DER-324) at pier BRAVO, Berth 23.5,

                              U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii with standard mooring lines.

                  1505    Five officers departed having completed transportation from U.S. Naval Station, Midway Island.

                  1535    YO-78 maneuvered alongside to port

                  1542    Commenced fueling from YO-78. Draft forward 10’ 9½”, aft. 10’8”.

                  1752    Fueling completed. Draft forward 11’0” aft. 11’0”. Received 104,117 gallons diesel fuel

10-4-61     0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0820    Commenced preparations for getting underway to breast out

                  0825    Set the Modified Special Sea and Anchoring detail

                  0827    Completed preparations for getting underway. Draft forward 10’11”. Draft aft. 10’0”.

                                       Captain, Navigator, and pilot, Mr. ZIMMERMAN are on the bridge. The pilot has the conn.

                  0852    Underway with tugs forward and aft port side, breasting out to allow the USS FALGOUT (DER-324)

                                       to get underway

                  0905    Moored to berth BRAVO 23.5

                  0910    Tugs cast off all lines

                  0916    Secured the Modified Special Sea and Anchoring Detail. Commenced receiving

                                       miscellaneous services from the pier

                  1230    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  1245    Set the Modified Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  1300    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft forward 10’11” aft. 11’0”.

                                       Captain, Navigator, and Pilot, Mr. ZIMMERMAN are on the bridge, pilot has the conn

                  1308    Underway to go alongside the USS FORSTER (DER-334) with tugs forward and aft portside

                  1335    Moored starboard side to USS FORSTER (DER-334) with standard mooring lines in a nest

                                       of four (4) ships at pier FOXTROT one at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                                       Ships in the nest include USS HAMUL (AD-20), USS SPROSTON (DDE-577),

                                       USS FORSTER (DER-334), USS LANSING (DER-388)

                  1340    Secured the Modified Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  1346    Tugs cast off all lines. Pilot Mr. ZIMMERMAN departed

                  1420    Receiving miscellaneous services from the USS HAMUL (AD-20)

                  1700    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, EN3 & RD3, left the ship to report

                                       to Senior Shore Patrol Officer U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD.

10-5-61     0230    Two petty officers. EN3 & RD3, returned to the ship having completed temporary duty as shore patrol

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: NONE.

                  1655    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, SOG2 & EN3, left the ship

                                       to report to the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for TAD

10-6-61     0025    Two petty officers, SOG2 & EN3, returned having completed TAD.

                  0748    Fuel barge (YOGN-115) moored alongside to port to defuel USS FORSTER (DER-334)

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1010    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples; conditions normal

                  1010    Made weekly test of magazine sprinkling and flooding system; conditions satisfactory

                  1120    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, IC3, left the ship to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       for temporary additional duty.

                  1313    Divers over the side for routine hull inspection

                  1343    Held Captains Mast on MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN, for Violation of Article 91 of UCMJ.

                                       Punishment: 7 Days confinement.

                  1412    Secured from diving

                  1447    MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN, departed ship for 7 days confinement at Pearl Harbor,

                                       NAVSTA Brig in execution of Non-Judicial Punishment assigned him at mast on this day.

                  1645    Two petty officers, RD3 & SOG3, departed TAD Shore Patrol, U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  1742    One petty officer, IC3, returned from TAD Shore Patrol, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  2030    YOGN-115 was removed from alongside by tug

10-7-61     0244    The shore patrol detail returned to the ship having completed temporary additional duty.

                  0736    Tugs alongside, forward and aft

                  0741    Pilot WILSON came aboard

                  0745    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None.

                  0746    Set the Modified Special Sea and Anchor Detail on bridge, fantail and forecastle

                  0807    Breasting out to allow USS FORSTER (DER-334) to get underway.

                                       The Captain, Navigator and Pilot are on the bridge

                  0832    Moored starboard side to USS SPROSTON (DDE-577)

                  0835    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  0938    Divers commenced underwater inspection of sonar dome

                  1030    Divers secured

                  1645    Two petty officers, IC2 & AG3, departed the ship for shore patrol at building 150,

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1830    One petty officer, SK3, returned to the ship from TAD

                  2225    Two petty officers, IC2 & AG3, returned to the ship having completed TAD, shore patrol,

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor Hawaii

10-8-61     0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None.

                  1700    Two petty officers, SOG3 & EN3, departed the ship with TAD orders to report to

                                       Senior Shore Patrol Officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

10-9-61     0117    Two petty officers, SOG3 & EN3, having completed temporary duty with shore patrol,

                                       returned on board and resumed their regular duties

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0950    Divers commenced working over the port side

                  1140    Divers secured

                  1156    YO-78 moored to port side

                  1308    YO-78 cast off all lines and got underway

                  1330    MOTORWHALEBOAT, P.W., FN, injured two fingers of right hand while working in B-2;

                                       not due to his own misconduct. Treatment administered by the Medical Officer on

                                       USS HAMUL (AD-20). Disposition: Returned to duty

                  1753    ENS NACELLE having completed temporary duty with Commander Barrier Force, Pacific,

                                       returned on board and resumed his regular Duties

10-10-61   0710    Pursuant to CO, USS LANSING Ltr 472 LTJG O.S. SCUPPER left the ship for temporary duty

                                       with COMBARPAC

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1720    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, SOG3, left the ship to report to

                                       OOD, U.S. Naval Air Station, Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for TAD

                  2340    One petty officer, SOG3, returned to the ship having completed TAD

10-11-61   0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0845    Divers from USS HAMUL (AD-20) commenced diving operations in connection with work

                                       on the bilge keel.

                  1353    Divers secured from diving operations

10-12-61   0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. No Absentees.

                  1556    MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN, returned aboard by the Duty Master At Arms after serving

                                       07 days in the U.S.N. Brig, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1715    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, SF3, left the ship to report to

                                       the Officer of the Deck, Bldg. #77, Ford Island, Hawaii for TAD as Shore Patrol

10-13-61   0000    Ships present include various units of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, the HMCS TARANAKI (F-148)

                                       and Yard and District craft.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1400    Commenced Commanding Officers Inspection of Lower Decks

                  1410    The Summary Court Martial opened in the case of PADRE, A.S., ENFA.

                  1433    The Summary Court martial in the case of PADRE, A.S., ENFA was

                                       adjourned to await the action of the convening authority.

                  1500    Secured from Commanding Officers Inspection of Lower Decks

                  1600    PADRE, A.S., ENFA, was convicted this date by Summary Court of a charge of

                                       willful disobedience of a lawful order of a superior petty officer, and

                                       violation of a lawful general regulation. Sentence: To be confined at hard labor

                                       for a period of one month and to forfeit $78.33 per month for a period of one month.

                                       The Commanding Officer, as convening authority approved the sentence and ordered it executed.

                  1605    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, PADRE, A.S., ENFA, departed the ship for

                                       30 days confinement at the U.S. Naval Station Brig, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  1748    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, MR3, departed the ship to

                                       report to the Senior Shore Patrol officer, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii,

                                       for Temporary Additional Duty as Shore Patrol

                  2000    LTJG O.S. SCUPPER having completed TAD with COMAEWBARRONPAC,

                                       returned on board and resumed his regular Duties

10-14-61   0800    Mustered the crew on station – Absentees: None

                  1703    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, one petty officer, SOG2, left the ship to report to

                                       OOD, U.S. Naval Station, #77, Ford Island for TAD as Shore Patrol

10-15-61   0900    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None

                  0910    HMCS TARANAKI (F-148) stood out of the harbor

10-16-61   0700    USS STARK COUNTY (LST-1134) standing in the harbor

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. No Absentees:

                  0909    USS SAVAGE (DER-386) moored portside starboard side to.

                  0925    USS LIPAN (ATF-85) moored portside to USS SAVAGE

10-17-61   0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

10-18-61   0740    Disconnected all utilities from tender, water, steam and electricity. #1 Generator is on the line

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0811    Commenced breaking up the nest. YTB 188 (USS NEGWAGON) and YTB (USS YONAGUSKA)

                                       came alongside the USS LIPAN

                  0818    USS SAVAGE (DER-386) and USS LIPAN (ATF-85) commenced breasting out.

                                       Set the Special Sea Detail (Modified)

                  0842    YTB 188 (USS NEGWAGON) came alongside on the port quarter and YTB 195 (USS YONAGUSKA)

                              came alongside on the port bow

                  0845    A civilian pilot, Mr. TAYLOR reported on board

                  0848    Underway under tow for pier BRAVO, berth 12.5, U.S. Naval Shipyard, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  0921    Moored starboard side to pier BRAVO, berth 12.5, U.S. Naval Shipyard, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                  0928    YTB 188 (USS NEGWAGON) and YTB 195 (USS YONAGUSKA) cleared the ship

                  1010    Shifted the electrical load to shore power. Took No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator off the line

10-19-61   0745    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0750    Set Material Condition YOKE. Shifted from shore to ships power

                  0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0845    Stationed the modified Special Sea and Anchor Detail on the bridge, forecastle and fantail

                  0900    YTB-195 (USS YONAGUSKA) and YTL-235 came alongside to port quarter.

                                       Pilot WILSON came on board

                  0905    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft forward 11’0”, Aft. 11’0”

                  0910    Underway for B-25. Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge. The pilot Mr. WILSON has the conn

                  0919    YTL-235 shifted to port bow

                  0928    Moored at B-25, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  0940    The pilot disembarked.

                  0943    YTB-195 (USS YONAGUSKA) and YTL-235 departed from alongside

                  0950    Secured the Modified Sea and Anchor Detail. Shifted from ships to shore power

10-20-61   0800    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1330    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of Topside spaces

                  1420    Secured from inspection

                  1500    Mustered the crew at quarters for Captain’s Inspection

                  1525    Secured from inspection

                  1535    USS PHILIP (DDE-498) moored alongside to port

                  1800    USS PHILIP (DDE-498) underway

10-21-61   0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None

                  1745    Shore Patrol detail with EN2 in charge, departed the ship to report to U.S. Naval Receiving Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii for Temporary Additional Duty

10-22-61   0130    Two petty officers, EN2 & RD3, returned from TAD Duty with Shore Patrol headquarters,

                                       Pearl Harbor Naval Base.

10-23-61   0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  1200    Shifted the electrical load from shore power to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1230    Disconnected all services from the pier

                  1238    Set the Modified Sea Detail

                  1238    YTB-496 (USS CHAHAO) came alongside port quarter

                  1240    MENOQUET (YTB-256) came alongside port bow

                  1243    Pilot ZIMMERMAN came aboard and took the conn

                  1254    Maneuvered clear of berth

                  1308    Moored starboard side to pier BRAVO, berth 23, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii,

                                       with standard mooring lines

                  1318    Secured the Modified Sea Detail

                  1320    Pilot departed the ship

                  1323    YTB-496 (USS CHAHAO) and MENOQUET (YTB-256) maneuvered clear of the ship

                  1327    Commenced receiving miscellaneous services from the pier. Secured No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

10-24-61   0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

10-25-61   0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

10-26-61   0700    Mustered crew at quarters, absentees: None

                  0935    Divers from USS HAMUL (AD-20) commenced diving operations to check stern tubes

                  1000    Divers secured from checking stern tubes

                  1424    USS SAVAGE (DER-386) moored port side

                  1505    Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  2000    SOPA changed from CINCPACFLT to COMASWFORPAC

10-27-61   0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1120    USS NEWELL (DER-322) moored alongside to port

                  1130    Commenced Captain’s Topside Inspection

                  1230    Secured from Captain’s Topside Inspection

                  1245    Commenced Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  1315    Secured from Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  1503    COMCORTRON 5 pennant shifted from this vessel to the USS NEWELL (DER-322)

10-28-61   0800    Mustered the crew at quarters: Absentees: None.

                  0815    USS NEWELL (DER-322) departed from alongside port

                  2215    Conducted tests of shafts and No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines. Test satisfactory

10-29-61   0900    Mustered the crew on station; Absentees: None

10-30-61   0600    Made preparations for getting underway

                  0700    Mustered the crew at quarters. Absentees: None

                  0830    Set the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge

                  0900    Underway in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 MOVORD 35-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                  0902    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds while standing out of the Pearl Harbor channel

                  0949    Moored pier WHISKEY, berth 1, U.S. Naval Ammunition Depot, West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                  1000    Set the Ammunition Handling Detail

                  1029    Secured the Ammunition Handling Detail. Received 100 rounds 3’/50 Cal. VT Ammunition

                  1045    Commenced steering various courses and speeds while maneuvering out of the channel

                  1120    Passed buoy No. 1 abeam to starboard. Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail.

                                       Set the Regular Underway Watch

                  1203    Passed Barbers Pt. Light abeam to starboard bearing 356, range 2 miles

                  1204    Shifted the electrical load from No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator to

                                       No.’s 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators. Secured No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1214    Lost No. 4 Main Engine due to a casualty to the inspection cover.

                                       Commenced steaming at various speeds while repairing the casualty

                  1232    C/c to 311

                  1249    Casualty to No. 4 Main Engine repaired. Set speed 17 Kts.

                  1411    C/c to 332

                  1416    C/c to 130

                  1445    Cc to 124

                  1525    C/s to 17.5 Kts.

                  1621    C/c 087

                  1638    C/s 16 Kts

                  1642    C/s 14 Kts

                  1645    C/s 12 Kt

                  1646    Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with International Rules of the Road.

                                       Visibility ¼ mile in heavy rain. C/s 8 Kts

                  1649    C/c 170

                  1651    C/c 010

                  1655    C/c 270

                  1656    Visibility increased to 4 miles, ceased sounding fog signals

                  1700    C/c 080

                  1725    Tested back bell

                  1726    C/s 12 Kts, set the Special Sea and Anchor detail

                  1730    Entered inland waters

                  1812    Moored starboard side to pier BRAVO, berth 23, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                                       Receiving telephone and fresh water services from the pier.

                                       The electrical load is on number 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Number 2 boiler is on the line.

                  2030    Commenced taking on diesel fuel from barge alongside

                  2055    Secured the fuel detail, having taken 6,126 gallons of fuel on board

10-31-61   0500    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: None.

                  0532    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. The Captain and the Navigator are on the bridge.

                  0626    Underway for NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”. Maneuvering various courses and speeds to

                                       conform to the Pearl Harbor Channel.

                  0703    Passed buoy #1 abeam to starboard; distance 200 Yds

                  0806    Obtained sonar contact bearing 3150, range 2,500 yds. Contact evaluated as non-submarine.

                  0921    C/c 3320 with Kaena Point bearing 052. Took departure to NAVAID/SAR Station ALFA OSCAR

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE movement order 35-21 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                  1012    Fire reported in fan room. The ship went to 1AA General Quarters

                  1023    Condition ZEBRA was set throughout the ship, with exception of casualty area

                  1025    The reported fire was reported to have been a blown gasket in No. 2 boiler.

                                       Condition YOKE set throughout the ship

                  1100    Shifted electrical load to No.’s 1 and 3 Generators in split plant

                  1832    Sighted unidentified flying object bearing 055, position angle 30. Evaluated to be a man made satellite

                  1836    Object faded bearing 047, position angle 8, course Northeast

11-1-61     0000    Underway as before enroute from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                                       and COMDESFLOT FIVE Movement Message of 35-21.

                                       Conditions of Readiness Four and Material Condition YOKE are set.

                                       No.’s 1, 2,3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 332, base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  1341    Lost electrical load forward, commenced steering 328 magnetic.

                                       Underway at various speeds while regaining the electrical load

                  1343    Set speed 17.5 Kts.

                  1430    RUNNINGLIGHTS, L.R., EN3, USN suffered two superficial wounds to his forehead

                                       not due to his own misconduct, treated by the hospital corpsman. Disposition: Bed rest.

                  2000    Underway as before. Pitching moderately with an occasional pound in 10 to 15 foot seas.

                  2003    Commenced steering by gyro compass on course 3350

                  2145    NUNBUOY, C.S., FA, USN received a contusion of the left foot when a door of a flour bin

                                       in the ships galley fell on it; injured in the performance of duty, not due to his own misconduct,

                                       treatment administered by the ships hospital corpsman. Disposition, put to bed

                  2240    C/s 17 Kts

                  2254    C/s 16.5 Kts

11-2-61     0000    Underway independently enroute NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” from U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 Mov-Ord 35-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Condition of Readiness IV and

                                       Material Condition YOKE are set throughout the ship.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course is 335; base speed is 16.5 Kts.

                  0011    C/s 16 Kts. due to pounding

                  0015    C/s 15 Kts

                  0040    C/s 14.5 Kts. Ship is pitching heavily in 10 Ft. seas and 25 Kt. winds

                  1030    C/s 16 Kts.

                  1107    C/s 16.5 Kts.

                  1257    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line due to fuel line leak. C/s 8 Kts

                  1318    No. 2 Main Engine returned to the line. No. 1 Main Engine taken off the line due to blown gasket

                  1335    No. 1 Main Engine returned to the line. C/s 12 Kts

                  1345    C/s 15 Kts

                  1355    C/s 17 Kts

                  2000    C/c to 332

11-3-61     0000    Underway independently enroute NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” from U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 Mov-Ord 35-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course 332, speed 17 Kts.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  1600    The Commanding officer held mast and imposed Non-Judicial Punishment as follows:;

                                       MOTORLAUNCH, P.B., GM3. Offense: Disobedience of an order.

                                       Punishment: 3 Days restriction, commencing 18 November 1961.

                                       MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN. Offense: Willful disobedience of a lawful order

                                       of a superior officer.

                                       Punishment: 5 Days restriction commencing 18 November.

                                       PEACOAT, B.B., SOGSN. Offense: Sleeping on watch.

                                       Punishment: Advancement in rating held in abeyance for three months.

                                       MORSECODE, C.C., SN. Offense: Unauthorized alteration of an I.D. Card.

                                       Punishment: Reduction in rate.

                                       PIPETHESIDE, C.G., RDSN. Offense: Disobeying an order.

                                       Punishment: 14 Hours extra duty.

                  2040    C/c 334.

11-4-61     0000    Underway independently enroute NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” from U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in accordance with COMDESFLOT 5 Mov-Ord 35-61 and

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course 334, speed 17 Kts.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 4 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                  1645    Obtained unidentified surface contact bearing 067, 10 miles

                  1648    C/s 16 Kts

                  1655    Unidentified surface contact on course 142, speed 12 Kts. Surface contact determined to be

                                       the USS WILHOITE (DER-397). Contact at CPA, bearing 065, range 17,000 Yds

                  1700    Arrived on station “AO” bearing 150, range 30 miles. Commenced patrolling

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60, C/s 15 Kts

                  1710    C/c 000

                  1711    C/s 14 Kts

                  1712    C/c 010

                  1713    C/s 12 Kts

                  1716    C/s 8 Kts. Took No.’s 2 and 3 Main Engines off the line and placed them in five minute standby

                  1727    C/s 10 Kts.

                  1733    C/s 12 kts

                  1740    C/s 10 Kts.

                  1742    Contact faded from radar, bearing 117, range 28,000 Yds

                  1800    C/s 10 Kts. C/c 020

                  1821    C/s 8 Kts.

                  1930    Visibility decreased to less than one half mile. Commenced sounding fog signals

                  2000    Underway as before. Sounding fog signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                                       Rolling and pitching heavily in 20 ft. seas and 50 kt. winds

                  2002    C/s 14 Kts

                  2008    C/s 8 Kts

                  2011    C/s 12 Kts.

                  2024    C/s 10 Kts

                  2027    C/s 12 Kts.

                  2040    C/s 10 Kts

                  2100    C/s 12 kts

                  2106    C/s 10 Kts

                  2115    C/s 12 Kts.

                  2218    C/s 10 Kts

                  2220    C/s 12 Kts. Visibility increased to 4 miles, ceased sounding fog signals

                  2246    C/s 260

                  2251    C/c 240

                  2305    Put No.’s 1 and 3 Main Engines on the line

                  2342    Mast head light went out but conditions too dangerous to work on it immediately

                  2347    C/c 235

11-5-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No.’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 240, base speed 8 Kts.

                  0420    C/c to 245

                  0705    C/c to 250

                  0739    C/c to 255

                  0859    C/c 260

                  1250    C/s 10 Kt

                  1253    C/s 14.5 Kt

                  1259    C/c 120

                  1425    C/c 125

                  1511    C/c 130

                  1616    C/c 145

                  1739    C/s 12 Kts

                  1850    C/c to 280, C/s to 14.5 Kts.

                  1852    C/s to 12 Kts.

                  1853    C/s to 8 kts.

                  1856    Took No. 1 and 3 Main Engines off the line and placed them in five minute standby

11-6-61     0000    Underway as before in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Steering course 2800 in order to regain NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”.

                                       Condition of Readiness four and Material YOKE are set.

                                       Base course 280, base speed 8 Kts. No.’s 2 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0635    Forward lookout and OOD spotted white light approximately the size of a pea which lasted

                                       about one (1) second, 40 percent of the sky was lighted up, bearing 240, position angle 80,

                                       evaluated as falling meteorite

                  0807    C/c 040

                  0813    C/c 045

                  0820    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line and placed in 5 minute standby

                  0835    Shifted the electrical load from No.’s 1 and 3 to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1007    C/s 10 Kts

                  1009    C/s 8 Kts

                  1849    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line

                  1855    Took No. 4 Main Engine off the line and placed it in five minute standby

                  1955    C/c 310

11-7-61     0000    Steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 2 Main Engine is on the line with No. 4 in 5 minute standby.

                                       The electric load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 310, speed 8 Kts.

                  1058    Shifted the electrical load from number 2 to number 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1245    C/c 320

                  1315    Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line

                  1320    C/s 10 Kts

                  1326    C/c 130

                  1327    C/c 120

                  1329    Split the Ship’s Electrical Load between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  1452    Obtained surface radar contact bearing 260, distance 16 miles.

                  1453    C/c 310. Took No. 4 Main Engine off the line and placed it in five minute standby

                  1520    Contact tracked and determined to be on a course of 060, speed 12 Kts.

                                       CPA determined to be 175, range 16,000 Yds.

                  1529    Contact is at CPA

                  1530    Went to 1AA General Quarters

                  1537    Set Material Condition ZEBRA.

                  1542    Commenced firing to port

                  1552    Ceased fire

                  1555    Set Material Condition YOKE

                  1556    Secured from General Quarters. Ammunition expended: 25 rounds of VT Non-Frag

                  1605    Lost surface contact visually

                  1652    Lost surface contact from radar bearing 112, range 32 miles

                  1811    Took No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator off the line. The electrical load is on

                                       No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

11-8-61     0000    Underway independently, patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course is 3100T, Base speed 8 Kts.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No. 2 Main Engine is on the line with No;. 4 Main Engine in 5 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0125    Shifted the electrical load to No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0331    C/c 3150 PGC

                  0830    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  0832    Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line

                  0835    C/s 10 Kt.

                  0846    C/c 110

                  0846    C/s 8 Kt.

                  0848    Stopped No. 2 Main Engine and placed in 5 minute standby

11-9-61     0000    Underway independently, patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60. Base course is 3200, base speed 8 Kts.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No. 4 Main Engine is on the line. No.1 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby.

                                       No.’s 2 and 3 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0933    Put No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Started the starboard shaft. Stopped the port shaft.

                                       Placed No. 4 Main Engine out of commission and put No. 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  1209    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line. Port ahead 1/3 for 138 RPM

                  1210    C/s 10 Kts

                  1212    C/c 1800 PGC

                  1219    Split the electrical load between No.’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  1227    C/s 8 Kts. Stopped the shafts momentarily and placed No. 1 and No. 3 Main Engines on the line

                  1241    C/s 10 Kts.

                  1244    C/s 14.5 Kts

                  1250    C/s 17 Kts

                  1330    C/c 3500 PGC

                  1800    Ship is rolling moderately in 10 Ft. seas from 070.

                  1930    Departed NAVAID/SAR Station in order to avoid bad storm

                  2159    C/c 325

11-10-61   0000    Steaming independently in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Ord 201-60 from

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” Northerly in order to avoid a storm.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Numbers 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 4 ships service generators.

                                       Base course 325, Base speed 17 Knots

                  0342    C/c to 315

                  0715    C/c 300

                  0755    C/c 270

                  0931    C/c 260

                  0948    C/c 240

                  1131    C/c 230

                  1200    C/c 200

                  1205    C/s 17.5 Knots

                  1442    Sustained casualty to No. 4 Main Engine fresh water system. Reduced speed to take

                                       No. 4 Main Engine off the line. Increased speed to 15.5 Kts

                  1518    Casualty to No. 4 Main Engine has been repaired. Decreased speed to place No. 4 Main Engine

                                       on the line. Increased speed to 17.5 Kts.

                  *1330  Shifted Operational Control to COMDESFLOT FIVE

                  1600    C/c 180

11-11-61   0000    Underway independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Midway Island in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE message of 102330Z.

                                       Condition of readiness IV and Material Condition YOKE are set.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 180, base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0915    C/c 175

                  1939    C/c 170

11-12-61   0000    Steaming independently for Midway Island from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO”, in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE chop message 102330Z.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course is 170. Base speed is 17.5 Knots.

                  0454    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 101, range 22 miles.

                                       Contact determined to be on course 224, speed 12.5 Kts

                  0530    Sighted surface contact hull down on horizon

                  0557    Contact passed CPA bearing 040, range 9.5 miles

                  0636    Contact faded visually

                  0733    Contact faded bearing 333, range 30 miles

                  0920    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 150 true, distance 25 miles.

                                       Contact designated skunk BRAVO

                  0930    Skunk bravo determined to be on course 265 true, speed 12 Kts. CPA 225 true, distance 4 miles

                  0950    Sighted skunk BRAVO bearing 150 true, distance 10 miles

                  1000    Skunk bravo identified as a ship of Japanese Nationality, Mitsui Lines,

                                       Foxtrot Tango group with the following configuration: Raised 2, raked bow,

                                       cruiser stern; KMKKK, Length approximately 700 ft.

                  1020    Skunk BRAVO at CPA, bearing 231 true, distance 6½ miles

                  1045    Lost sight of skunk BRAVO bearing 275 true, distance 11 miles

                  1210    Unidentified surface contact faded from radar bearing 310, distance 33 miles

                  1423    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact bearing 165, range 35,000 yards

                  1500    Contact tracked and determined to be on a course of 088, speed 9 Kts

                  1506    Contact at CPA, bearing 111, distance 10 miles

                  1630    Surface contact faded from the scope bearing 047, range 21.5 miles

11-13-61   0000    Underway independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AO” to U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Midway Island in accordance with COMDESFLOT V Message of 102330Z.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 180, speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0727    Obtained Midway Island on radar bearing 1900, range 27 miles

                  0830    Obtained Midway Island visually

                  1018    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail. Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. OOD has the conn.

                  1021    Stopped all engines to pick up pilot and test back bell

                  1026    Pilot, Mr. YATES came aboard and took the conn

                  1028    Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to Midway Island Channel

                  1050    Moored at pier 2, U.S. Naval Station, Midway Island. Ships present include SS C.E. DANT

                  1640    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  1710    Completed preparations for getting underway. Draft: Fwd. 11’0” Aft. 11’0”.

                                       Set the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  1720    Pilot, Mr. YATES came aboard

                  1729    Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. Pilot has the conn. Underway for Yokosuka, Japan.

                                       Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to Midway Island Channel

                  1745    OOD was given the conn

                  1749    Pilot, Mr. YATES left the ship

                  1754    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring detail. Set course 1770, speed 8 Kts.

                  1804    C/s 10 Kts

                  1815    C/s 15 Kts

                  1836    C/c 1800 PGC

                  1838    C/s 17 Kts

                  1845    C/s 17.5 Kts

                  1847    C/c 2700

11-14-61   0000    Underway independently from U.S. Naval Air Station, Midway Islands to U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Yokosuka, Japan in accordance with COMDESLFLOT FIVE MOVORD 56-61.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between No. 1 and

                                       3 Ship’s Service Generator. Base course 270, speed 17.5 Kt.

                  0250    Crossed the International Date Line at 280 00.0’N

                  0800    C/c 245

                  1250    PILOTING, M.S., SN, USN was struck by a fire hose nozzle under pressure

                                       and received two one inch scalp lacerations, wounds were cleansed

                                       sutured and dressed by medical department representative in the line of duty, not misconduct

                  2000    C/c 270

11-15-61               Due to crossing the International Date Line, lost one days time, 15 November 1961

11-16-61   0000    Underway independently from U.S. Naval Station, Midway Islands to U.S. Naval Station

                                       Yokosuka, Japan in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 56-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 270, Base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0000    Set all clocks ahead 24 hours to conform to –12 time zone

                  0553    Sighted an unidentified flying object, having the appearance of a second magnitude star

                                       moving rapidly across the sky on a course of 160 true.

                                       Position angle of initial sighting was 90. The object was visible for 3

                                       minutes and was lost at position angle 15. The object was evaluated as a possible satellite

                  1330    Conducted a “Crossing the Line” ceremony on the fantail

                  1802    MOORING, S.S., FN, USN suffered a laceration to his middle upper lip when

                                       accidentally struck by an elbow. Treated by the Hospital Corpsman and returned to duty.

                                       In the line of duty, not misconduct

                  1900    Set all clocks and chronometers back one hour to conform with –11 LIMA zone time

11-17-61   0000    Underway independently from U.S. Naval Station, Midway Islands to U.S. Naval Station

                                       Yokosuka, Japan in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 56-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between numbers 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 287, Base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0450    Observing an unusual number of falling meteorites

                  0920    Made daily inspections of magazines and smokeless powder samples. Condition: normal.

                                       Made weekly inspection of magazine sprinkling system. Test satisfactory.

                  1405    Lost No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator due to an air block in the fuel line.

                                       Underway at various speeds while repairing the casualty

                  1427    Placed No. 3 generator back on the line. Set speed of 17.5 Knots.

                  1430    Commenced steering 293 magnetic

                  1600    Underway as before. The ship is rolling moderately with occasional heavy rolls due to 8 to 10 foot seas

                                       on the starboard beam

                  2105    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact, bearing 270, range 23 miles.

                                       Surface contact designated skunk ALFA

                  2330    Skunk ALFA determined to be on course 285, speed 13 knots

11-18-61   0000    Underway independently enroute to U.S. Naval Station Yokosuka, Japan in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 56-61.

                                       Condition of readiness IV and material condition YOKE and are set.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 290, Base speed 17.5 Kts.

                  0001    Skunk ALFA bears 260 true, range 35,000 yards. Course and speed determined to be

                                       285 true, 13 Kts. CPA 213 True, 21,000 yards, at 0335

                  0335    Contact at CPA: bearing 213, range 27,000 yards

                  0815    Commenced Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  0835    Secured from Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  0935    Commenced steering with magnetic compass on course 290

                  1103    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 067 distance 21 miles.

                                       Determined to be on course 210 speed 12 Kts. Designated skunk BRAVO

                  1200    Skunk BRAVO faded from radar bearing 057 range 28 miles

                  1410    Commenced Captain’s Topside Inspection

                  1447    Secured from Captain’s Topside Inspection

                  1453    Obtained radar contact bearing 238 range 30 miles, determined to be on course 080 speed 20 Kts,

                                       designated skunk “C”.

                  1525    Skunk “A” faded from radar bearing 150 range 38 miles

                  1535    Sighted skunk “C: visually

                  1547    C/c 319 magnetic

                  1551    C/c 299 magnetic

                  1559    Skunk “C” is at CPA bearing 186 range 2½ miles

                  1606    Skunk “C” was identified as from being from NAESS SHIPPING INC, New York

                  1624    Lost skunk “C: visually bearing 084 range 14 miles

                  1626    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 2 Ship’s service generator

                                       due to a stuck valve in the fuel block in No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1650    Shifted the electrical load from No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  1709    Commenced steering by gyro on course 292

                  1711    Skunk “C” faded from radar bearing 092 range 37 miles

                  1738    Commenced steering by magnetic compass on course 299

                  1800    Retarded all clocks one hour to conform with –10 Kilo time zone

                  1830    C/c 287 checking 296

                  1857    Hold surface contact on radar bearing 300 Rel. range 24 miles

                  1900    Retarded all clocks one hour to conform with –10 Kilo time zone.

                  1923    Contact is at CPA bearing 264 range 21 miles. Contact is on course 114 speed 14.5 Kts

                  1931    Hold surface contact radar bearing 000 Rel. range 19 miles. Designated skunk “B”

                  1947    C/c 310 PStgC

                  1948    Skunk “B” on course 125 speed 14 Kts

                  2010    C/c to 296

                  2035    Skunk DELTA faded from radar bearing 153, range 25 miles

                  2036    Skunk “E” faded visually bearing 127, range 7 miles

                  2105    Skunk “E” faded bearing 106, range 25 miles

                  2115    MONOPLANE, S.W., SOGSN, USN, cut his left index finger while cutting bread in the galley,

                                       not due to his own misconduct.

                                       Disposition: treated by the Hospital Corpsman and returned to duty

11-19-61   0000    Underway independently enroute to U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 56-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, 4 Main Engines are on the line; the electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and 3 ship’s services generators. .

                                       The Gyrocompass is out of commission while effecting repairs to the Pilot House Gyro Repeater

                                       Base course is 287 true, 296 PStgC, Base speed is 17.5 Knots.

                  1900    Set all ships clocks back one hour to conform with time zone –9 “I”.

                  1840    Wind shifted 20 degrees to 035 speed 29 Kts, height of seas 12 feet off the beam. C/s 17 Kts

                  1845    C/c 320 speed 16 Kts

                  1906    C/c 340 C/s 15 Kts

                  1909    C/s 12 Kts

                  1930    C/s 10 Kts

                  1944    C/c 000

                  2128    C/s 8 Kts

11-20-61   0000    Underway independently enroute to U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 56-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between No. 1 and 3 ship’s services generators. Base course is 000, to ride with the seas.

                                       Base speed is 8 Kts. Pitching and rolling moderately with an occasional pound in 15 foot seas

                  0415    Radar contact bearing 281T, range 24 miles, designated skunk Alfa, on course 100T, speed 15 Kts.

                  0507    Skunk Alfa held visually, bearing 266T, range 12 miles

                  0535    C/s 12 Kts

                  0537    C/c 250T C/s 15 Kts

                  0540    C/c 260T

                  0542    C/s 270T

                  0550    C/s 16 Kts

                  0551    Skunk Alfa is at CPA bearing 181T, range 8200 yds

                  0552    C/s 16.5 Kts

                  0555    C/s 17 Kts

                  0557    C/s 17.5 Kts.

                  0601    C/c 275T

                  0625    Lost the electrical load on number 3 Ship’s Service Generator due to three burned out injectors.

                                       Put number 2 Ship’s Service Generator on the line. The electrical load placed in parallel

                                       between numbers 1 and 2 Ship’s Service Generators

                  0653    Skunk Alfa faded on radar, bearing 192T, range 32.5 miles

                  0825    Commenced steering 287 magnetic.

                  0925    Lost number 4 Main Engine due to a casualty to an air injector underway at various speeds

                                       while repairing the casualty

                  0935    Split the electrical load between number 1 and the emergency generators.

                                       Place No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator in standby

                  1051    Placed No. 4 Main Engine on the line. Set base speed of 17.5 Kts

                  1204    C/c 279 PGC, 292 PStgC.

                  1322    Sonar obtained contact bearing 241 relative, distance 2,000 yds

                  1323    Reduced speed to 14 Kts. Steering various courses while investigating sonar contact

                  1330    Sonar contact evaluated as non-submarine

                  1331    Returned to base course 279 Pgc, 292 PStgC.

                  1410    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 3450T, distance 25 miles

                  1414    Contact designated Skunk bravo: determined to be on course 0850T, speed 13 Kts

                  1425    Skunk Bravo at CPA bearing 0090T distance 18 miles. Skunk Bravo faded

                                       from radar bearing 0520 range 20 miles

                  1600    Commenced slowing engines to take starboard shaft off the line

                  1632    Took starboard shaft off the line to repair a spring bearing with port engine at 12 Kts

                  1638    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 0780 range 21 miles determined to be on course 2800

                                       speed 22.5 Kts with CPA bearing 0100 range 8 miles. Designated skunk Charlie

                  1656    Placed starboard shaft back on the line. Commenced bringing speed up to 17.5 Kts

                  1730    Determined skunk Charlie to be on a collision course

                  1735    Sighted Skunk Charlie visually

                  1820    Shifted the after electrical load from emergency to number 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1837    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 2390, range 21,000 yds.

                                       Contact designated as skunk “D”

                  1847    Skunk “D” determine to be on course 2700, speed 7.5 Kts.

                  1904    Obtained skunk “D” visually bearing 2140, distance 7 miles

                  1920    C/c 2700

                  1935    C/c 2600 to avoid skunk “C”

                  1935    C/s 17 Kts

                  1937    C/s 16 Kts

                  1951    C/s 14 Kts.

                  2016    Skunk “D” at CPA bearing 1550, 11,200 yds

                  2024    C/c 2700T

                  2050    Skunk “C” at CPA bearing 3350, 13000 yds

                  2055    C/c 2830T

                  2059    Lost visual contact with skunk “D”

                  2114    Skunk “D” faded from radar at 1190, 10 miles

                  2120    Obtained radar contact bearing 3320, 24 miles. Contact designated Skunk “E”, on course 0790,

                                       speed 10.5 Kts

                  2130    Lost visual contact with Skunk “C” on bearing 3200, range 10 miles

                  2151    Skunk “E” at CPA bearing 0040, 21.5 miles

                  2240    Skunk “E” faded from radar at 0320, 25 miles

                  2333    Skunk “C” from radar at 0920, 21 miles

11-21-61   0000    Underway independently from Midway Islands to U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan

                                       in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 56-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No. 1 and 3 ship’s services generators.

                                       Base course 2380, Base speed 14 Kts

                  0028    Commenced obtaining numerous radar surface contacts while approaching Tokyo Bay

                  0035    Made radar landfall on Mt. Fujiyama bearing 2910, range 112 miles

                  0130    C/c to 3200.

                  0157    Sighted lume of Yawata Saki Light bearing 337, range 26 miles

                  0202    C/c to 270

                  0214    C/s to 12 Kts.

                  0227    C/c to 235

                  0242    C/c to 260

                  0251    C/c to 250.

                  0258    C/c to 240

                  0316    C/s to 14 Kts.

                  0330    Sighted the lume of Nojima Zaki Light bearing 282, range 20 miles

                  0418    C/c to 256

                  0423    C/c to 260

                  0503    Passed Nojima Zaki Light abeam to starboard

                  0503    C/c to 280

                  0508    C/c 283. Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to enter Tokyo Bay

                  0848    Set the special sea and anchor detail. Captain and Navigator on the Bridge. OOD at the conn.

                                       Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to the Tokyo Bay Channel.

                  0934    Civilian pilot Mr. COLLINS came aboard and took the conn

                  1020    Moored starboard side to the USS RUPURTUS (DD-851) at U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan.

                                       Ships present include various units of the U.S. Pacific Fleet,

                                       the Japanese Maritime Self defense Force, Harbor and District Craft.

                                       SOPA is COMCARDIV ONE embarked in the

                                       USS BON HOMME RICHARD (CVA-31) at berth 12

                  1354    Commenced receiving diesel fuel from YOG 47

                  1700    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, DK2 and RD3,

                                       departed the ship for TAD with the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan

                  1803    Secured from fueling detail having taken 47610 gallons of diesel fuel onboard.

                                       Draft 11 ft. no inches forward and aft

11-22-00   0745    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Foul weather parade. Absentees: none.

                  1655    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, SK3 and AG3,

                                       left the ship to report to Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan

                  1740    Two petty officers, SK3 and AG3, reported aboard from TAD with Senior

                                       Shore Patrol Officer, Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan

11-23-61   0900    Made daily inspection of magazines and smokeless powder samples, Conditions normal.

11-24-61   0000    Moored starboard side to the USS RUPURTUS (DD-851) with standard destroyer mooring lines

                                       doubled up at pier six (6) Berth two (2) U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan

                  0110    Two petty officers, ETR2 and MR3, returned from TAD, Shore Patrol Headquarters Fleet Landing,

                                       Yokosuka, Japan

                  0745    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0800    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0835    YTB-414 (USS SATAGO) came alongside to port

                  0835    Stationed the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  0835    Completed all preparations for getting underway. Draft: Forward 11 ft., aft 11 ft.

                  0838    Pilot, Mr. KASTING came aboard ship

                  0849    Underway by means of YTB-414 (USS SATAGO) enroute to Pier 6, berth 7,

                                       U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan. The pilot Mr. KASTING has the conn.,

                                       the Captain and the Navigator are on the Bridge.

                  0902    Moored starboard side to the USS MANSFIELD (DD-758) at pier 6, berth 7, U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Yokosuka, Japan

                  0920    YTB-414 (USS SATAGO) departed from along side to port with pilot

                  0940    Commenced receiving miscellaneous services from the pier

11-25-61   0000    Moored starboard side to USS MANSFIELD (DD-758) in a nest of three ships at pier six (6)

                                       berth two (2) at U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan. USS JAMES E KYES (DD-787)

                                       is moored along side pier. Modified material condition YOKE is set. Ships present include

                                       various units of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, Harbor and District Craft.

                                       SOPA is COMCARDIV ONE, embarked on USS BON HOMME RICHARD (CVA-31)

                                       moored at pier twelve. U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan.

                                       Receiving miscellaneous services from the pier.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  0025    Two petty officers, ETN3 and RD2, reported aboard having completed TAD

                  0745    Muster the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None.

                  0920    Commenced Captain’s lower deck inspection

                  0955    Secured from Captain’s lower decks inspection.

                  1045    Divers commenced underwater hull inspection

                  1114    Secured diving

                  1141    Commenced Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  1212    Secured from Captain’s Personnel Inspection

                  1730    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, FT2 and FT2,

                                       departed the ship for TAD with the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan

11-26-61   0900    Mustered crew on stations. Absentees, none.

                  1700    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, ETN3 and EN3,

                                       left the ship to report to Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan for TAD

11-27-61   0548    Shifted from shore power to ship’s power

                  0650    Set the modified sea detail

                  0700    Disconnected the service from the pier. The Captain and the Navigator are on the Bridge.

                  0720    Breasted out with cold plant by powerboats to permit USS KYES (DD-787) to get underway

                  0730    Moored to USS MANSFIELD (DD-728) at pier 7

                  0750    Secured the modified sea detail. Set the regular in-port watch

                  0805    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  0846    Shifted from ship’s power to shore power.

                  1713    Two petty officers, FTG2 and RD2, departed ship for TAD with Senior Shore Patrol Officer,

                                       Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan.

                  2245    USS WARBLER (MSC-206) standing in the Harbor

                  2345    Two petty officers, FTG2 and RD2, returned to ship having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

11-28-61   0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None.

                  1500    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  1510    Shifted the electrical load from pier to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Disconnected all services from the pier. Set the modified sea detail

                  1529    YTB-413 (USS PORTOBAGO) came alongside port Quarter. Pusher boats stationed alongside port

                                       and starboard bow and starboard Quarter

                  1531    Pilot, Mr. GONZOLAS, came aboard and assumed the conn. Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge.

                  1538    Underway for pier 8

                  1550    Moored starboard side to USNS RINCON (T AOG-77) pier 8, U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan

                  1555    Pilot departed the ship

                  1601    YTB-413 (USS PORTOBAGO) maneuvered clear of the ship

                  1608    Secured the sea detail

                  1610    Pusher boats maneuvered clear of the ship

                  1634    Commenced receiving miscellaneous services from the pier. Secured No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

11-29-61   0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters; absentees, none.

                  1730    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, DC2 and RD3,

                                       departed the ship to report to the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Yokosuka, Japan for TAD

11-30-61   0359    Two petty officers, RD3 and DC2, returned aboard having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

                  0800    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  0801    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0900    Completed preparation for getting underway. Draft forward 11’4” aft 11’0”.

                  0905    Set the modified special sea and anchor detail

                  0907    Pilot came aboard

                  0915    Underway using a tug and three (3) pusher boats for dry dock No. 1, Ship Repair Facility,

                                       Yokosuka, Japan. Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge. Pilot has the Conn.

                  0931    First line to dock from stern. Entering dry dock No. 1, stern first

                  0932    Stern passed over sill

                  0943    Caisson in place

                  0956    Commenced pumping out of dry dock

                  1047    Resting on keel blocks

                  1056    Pilot left the ship

                  1100    Commenced receiving electrical power, fresh and flushing water, steam, and

                                       telephone service from the pier

                  1200    RADM WATERS, USN, COMDESFLOT ONE came onboard to return the

                                       official call of the Commanding Officer

                  1515    The hull inspection board of the USS LANSING (DER-388) convened,

                                       composed of various ship’s officers

                  1620    The hull inspection board completed the hull inspection and adjourned

12-1-61     0000    Resting on keel blocks in dry dock one, U.S. Fleet Activities, Yokosuka, Japan.

                                       Receiving miscellaneous services from the dock. SOPA is COMCARDIV ONE

                                       embarked in USS BON HOMME RICHARD (CVA-31).

                                       Ships present include Units of the U.S. Seventh Fleet,

                                       JMSDF (Japanese Marine Self Defense Force) and various yard craft.

                                       Modified material condition YOKE is set.

                  0600    MISFIRE, S.F., SF3, return aboard having been AWOL since 0001 this date,

                                       a period of approximately six (6) hours.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters, foul weather parade. Absentees: MIL, S.A., EN3.

                  0717    MIL, S.A., EN3, reported aboard having been AWOL since 0630 when his overnight pass expired.

                                       A period of approximately 47 minutes.

                  0920    RIGGING, L.S., EN3, reported on board AWOL from 2400, 1 Dec. 61 to 0920, 1 December 1961

                  1715    Two petty officers, RD2 and SK3, departed on Shore Patrol Orders to

                                       Shore Patrol officer, Fleet Landing.

                  2335    Two petty officers, RD2 and SK3, returned aboard having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

12-2-61     0615    MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN, returned aboard having been AOL since 0001 this date.

                                       A period of approximately 6 hours 15 minutes.

                  1108    LTJG SENNIT witnessed air test of port and stbd rudders by shipyard personnel. Test satisfactory

                  1705    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, AG2 and EN3, left the ship to

                                       report to Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Yokosuka, Japan for temporary duty

12-3-61     0900    Mustered the crew on stations. Absentees: None.

                  1710    Pursuant to the orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, RD3 and ETN3,

                                       left the ship to report to the Senior Shore Patrol Officer, Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan for TAD

12-4-61     0032    Two petty officers, RD3 and ET3, returned to the ship having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

                  0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: None

                  0800    Completed inspection of all hull openings

                  0806    Flooding commenced in dry dock

                  0830    Located hole in the ships hull. Commenced pumping dry dock

                  1111    Repairs completed to ships hull. Commenced flooding dry dock

                  1134    Ship clear of keel blocks

                  1142    All services from the pier disconnected

                  1157    Inspection completed of all spaces for watertight integrity. Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1200    In process of undocking as before

                  1215    Pilot COLLINS came aboard

                  1235    Commenced moving ship clear of dock using a tug

                  1241    Stern passed over the sill. Cast off all lines. Underway for sea trials with a tug and

                                       three (3) pusher boats. Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge. The pilot has the Conn.

                  1255    Commenced steering various courses at various speeds to conform with Yokosuka Harbor.

                                       Cast off the tug and pusher boats

                  1309    Captain assumed the Conn. The pilot left the ship

                  1315    OOD assumed the Conn. Steering various courses and various speeds for sea trials

                  1416    Returning to port. Pilot Mr. TOPPING came aboard. Pilot assumed the conn.

                  1432    Moored at berth six (6), U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan with standard mooring lines

                                       with No. 3 line tripled. Pilot left the ship

                  1444    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  1705    Pursuant to orders of the Commanding Officer, two petty officers, FTG2 and AG3,

                                       departed for Shore Patrol Officer, Fleet Landing, Yokosuka, Japan.

                  1830    MESSENGER, L.L., ETNSN, USN transferred to U.S. Naval Hospital, U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Yokosuka, Japan for treatment, diagnosis Unknown

12-5-61     0000    SOPA is COMCRUDIV ONE embarked in USS LOS ANGELES (CA-135)

                  0001    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: NAVALSTORES, O.P., RD2;

                                       PIPETHESIDE, C.G., RDSN; MESS, T.E., SN; MORSECODE, C.C., SN.

                  0037    Two petty officers, FTG2 and AG3, returned on board having completed TAD as Shore Patrol

                  0440    NAVALSTORES, O.P., RD2, returned aboard having been absent since 0000 this date.

                  0700    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentees: MORSECODE, C.C., SA;

                                       PIPETHESIDE, C.G., RDSN; MESS, T.E., SN, returned to the ship.

                                       Having been AWOL since 0000, this date.

                  0805    In accordance with BUPERS order 111097, T.S. OUTBOARD, ENS, was detached from this ship

                                       with orders to report to NAVSUBSCHOOL, New London, Conn.

                  0810    Commenced preparations for getting underway

                  0830    Set the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  0851    Pilot, Mr CASTING came aboard. Completed preparations for getting underway.

                                       Draft forward 11’, Aft 11’2”.

                  0857    Underway for NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and COMDESLFOT FIVE

                                       MOVORD 35-61 using two pushing boats. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge.

                                       The pilot has the Conn.

                  0858    The pushing boats cast off. Steering various courses at various speeds to conform to Yokosuka Harbor.

                  0941    OOD assumed the Conn. Pilot left the ship

                  1020    Secured the Special Sea and Anchor Detail

                  1156    Passed Nojima Saki Light Bearing 0000 Range 5 miles. Set course 0820.

                                       Took departure for NAVAID/SAR “AB”

                  1203    C/c to 0800.

                  1208    C/s to 16 Kts.

                  1208    Entered into International Waters

                  1224    C/s to 15 Kts.

                  1231    C/s to 14 Kts

                  1235    C/c 0850.

                  1450    C/s to 15 Kts. Encountered numerous contacts throughout the watch while departing Tokyo Bay

                  1559    C/s to 16.5 Kts

                  1601    C/s to 17 Kts

12-6-61     0000    Underway independently from NAVSTA, Yokosuka, Japan enroute to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35A-61. 4 Main Engines are on the line:

                                       305 RPM for 17 knots. The Ship’s electrical load is split between

                                       No.’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material Condition YOKE and Condition of Readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Base course 0820T. Electrical atmospheric disturbances in the form of bright flashes observed

                                       on the horizon to the West and North throughout the watch

                  0530    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 084, range 21 miles

                  0535    Contact determined to be on course 032, speed 12.5 Kts. Contact designated skunk ALFA

                  0555    Sighted skunk ALFA bearing 0660T, 21,200 Yds

                  0800    Mustered the crew at Quarters: Absentee, MORSECODE, C.C., SA.

                                       AWOL this command since 0000, 5 December 1961.

                  0830    Skunk ALFA at CPA bearing 0110T distance 5½ miles. Lost skunk ALFA visually bearing 3330T,

                                       distance 11 miles

                  1026    Split the electrical load between No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  1245    Picked up unidentified radar contact bearing 0400, range 5 miles

                  1300    Contact determined to be on course of 0100 speed 6 Kts

                  1305    Sighted contact and determined it to be a fishing boat. Contact at CPA, bearing 0100, 3 miles

                  1340    Contact faded from radar, bearing 0310, range 8 miles

                  1750    No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator unable to maintain constant frequency

                  1759    Shifted the forward electrical load from No. 1 to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Due to faulty governor operation of No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1856    C/c 0850.

                  2327    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to rain. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

12-7-61     0000    Underway independently from NAVSTA Yokosuka, Japan, enroute to

                                       NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC OPORD 301-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35A061.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split

                                       between 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE is set and condition of readiness IV is set.

                                       Base course 0850 speed 17 Kts. Visibility ¼ mile, sounding fog signals in accordance

                                       with international rules of the road.

                  0201    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0432    C/s 14 Kts

                  0433    C/c to 0950

                  0433    C/c to 1050

                  0434    C/c 1200

                  0435    C/s to 12 Kts.

                  0503    Visibility decreased to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       International Rules of the Road

                  0505    Visibility increased to five miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0709    C/s 10 Kts

                  0826    C/c 1300 C/s to 8 Kts

                  0915    Shifted the electrical load from No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0917    C/c 1350

                  0932    C/c 1450

                  1003    Visibility decreased to one (1) mile. Commenced sounding fog signals

                  1054    Visibility increased to four miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  1135    The ship was hit by a 35 ft. wave. Took approximately 10 feet of green water over the bow.

                                       Forward gun mount was moved approximately five (5) degrees left on its axis.

                                       Further investigation of damage will be made when weather abates

                  1159    Set condition ZEBRA

                  1924    C/c 1500 PGC

                  2145    Visibility decreased to ½ mile. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road

                  2210    C/c 1550

                  2215    Visibility increased to four miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  2226    C/c 1600

                  2310    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact, bearing 1140, range 20 miles

                  2320    Contact tracked and determined to be on course 272, speed 12 Kts.

12-8-61     0000    Underway independently from U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan enroute

                                       to NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35A61.

                                       Condition ZEBRA and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line. The electrical load is split between

                                       No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators. Base course 1600, speed 8 Kts.

                  0000    Unidentified surface radar contact bearing 1240, range 19,000 yds.

                                       Contact on course 2700, speed 11 Kts

                  0011    C/c 0300

                  0019    C/c 040

                  0022    C/c 0500

                  0027    C/c 0600

                  0030    Surface contact at CPA Bearing 1760, range 11,000 yd

                  0033    C/c 0700

                  0035    C/s 10 Kts.

                  0040    C/c 0900

                  0043    C/s 12 Kts

                  0053    C/s 14 Kts

                  0056    Lost visual sight of surface contact bearing 2090, range 21,000 yds

                  0130    Advanced all clocks one (1) hour to conform with –11 time zone

                  0237    Surface contact faded from radar scope bearing 243, range 53,700 yds

                  0300    C/s 16 Kts. Ship is rolling moderately in 15 Ft. seas from 2400.

                                       Winds are from 30 to 35 Kts. from 2500. Barometer is steady at 29.45 inches

                  0710    C/s 17 Kts.

                  0830    Inspected the forecastle and discovered the following damage:

                                       Lower half of both windshields on Mt. 31 broken, Gun shield caved in,

                                       damage to the electrical system in the mount,

                                       several sections of the washdown system washed away and

                                       3 cracks approximately 1” long in the main deck

                  0857    Shifted the electrical load to No’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Secured No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1200    Underway as before. In 20 to 30 foot seas off the port quarter bearing 3100

                  1525    Obtained unidentified surface contact bearing 1120 distance 32 miles.

                                       Determined to be on course 290, speed 5 Kts. Designated skunk “A”.

                                       CPA bearing 2000 distance 2 miles at time 1648

                  1600    Underway as before. C/c 0950.

                  1635    Sighted skunk “A” bearing 1450 range 9,700 yds

                  1642    Shifted the electrical load from No. 2 to No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1647    Contact is at CPA bearing 1910, range 7200 yds

                  1715    Lost contact visually bearing 2550 range 14,000 yds

                  1757    Contact faded from radar bearing 2710 range 48,500 yds

12-9-61     0000    Underway independently from U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan enroute

                                       to NAVAID/SAR station “AB” in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35A-61

                                       Material condition YOKE is set and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between Nos 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base Course 0950. Base speed 17 Kts.

                  0518    Sighted unidentified surface contact on the horizon bearing 0950T.

                  0520    Contact appeared to be closing on a constant bearing. Mast Head and Range Light indicated

                                       contact was passing from port to starboard

                  0525    C/c 0900T. C/c 0850T

                  0530    C/c 0700T

                  0533    Surface contact passed down the starboard side at a distance of ¼ mile

                  0548    Lost sight of surface contact bearing 2500T

                  0700    C/c 1050T

                  1022    C/c 100

                  1253    C/c 1100

                  1254    C/c 1150

                  1257    C/c 1200

                  1355    Slowed port engine to standard speed to bring the ship out of the trough

                  1357    Increased port engine to full speed

                  1405    MEETHER, S.R., MR3, received possible rib fracture as a result of a fall during a heavy roll,

                                       not due to his own misconduct. Treated by the corpsman

                  1420    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 0810 Range 31000Yds. Determined to be on course 2700

                                       speed 10 Kts. Designated as skunk “A”

                  1450    Skunk “A” is at CPA bearing 3560 range 14,200 Yds

                  1544    Skunk “A” faded from radar bearing 3180, 42,000 yds

                  1930    Unidentified radar surface contact bearing 0790, range 18 miles. Contact determined to be

                                       on course 2800, speed 13 Kts. CPA determined to be at 2001 bearing 0200, range 11.5 miles

                  2004    Skunk “B” at CPA, Bearing 0200 distance 11 miles

                  2045    Skunk “B” faded from radar bearing 3230 distance 19 miles

                  2133    Sighted unidentified surface contact gearing 1370 distance 13 miles. Designated skunk “C”

                  2137    Tracked skunk “C” and determined to be on course 3070 speed 9 Kts.

                                       CPA bearing 2150 distance 3.5 miles at time 2159

                  2155    Revised CPA skunk “C” 215 distance 6 miles, time 2259

                  2304    Skunk “C” at CPA bearing 215 distance 6.5 miles

                  2325    Lost sight of skunk “C” bearing 0500, 8.5 miles

                  2358    Skunk “C” faded from radar bearing 2730 distance 20 miles

12-10-61   0000    Underway as before. Enroute from U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan to

                                       U.S. Naval Air Station, Midway Island in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35A-61.

                                       Material YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Base course 1200, Base speed 17 Kts.

                  0100    Advanced all clocks one hour to conform with +12 time zone

                  0830    Unidentified radar contact bearing 1810T, distance 17,500 Yds. Designated Skunk “A”

                  0832    Skunk “A” sighted visually on course 2470T speed 20 Kts

                  0836    Skunk “A” at CPA bearing 1950T distance 13,600 yds

                  0838    C/c 1080T

                  0925    Skunk “A” faded bearing 2640T, distance 37,600 yds

                  1007    Visibility decreased to 1 mile due to heavy rain. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  1012    Visibility increased, ceased sounding fog signals

                  1115    Unidentified radar contact bearing 1260T distance 24,000 yds.,

                                       designated skunk “B” on course 3300T speed 8 Knots

                  1122    C/c 1000T

                  1134    Sighted skunk “B” visually

                  1137    C/c 0950T

                  1140    CPA Skunk “B” 2020T, distance 4,900 yds

                  1145    C/c 1000T

                  1148    C/c 1050T

                  1149    C/c 1080T

                  1235    Skunk “B” faded from radar bearing 2830T, range 20.5 miles

                  1545    In accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG 091846Z diverting to Midway Island

                                       to drop off Medical patient and take on fuel

                  1631    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile in a heavy rain squall. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  1636    Visibility increased to 5 miles. Ceased fog signals

                  1920    C/c 1060T.

                  2000    Experiencing frequent lightning

                  2200    Visibility decreased to 50 feet, commenced sounding fog signals

                  2206    Visibility increased to 5 miles, ceased sounding fog signals

                  2311    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 1900 range 29 miles. Determined to be on course

                                       1050 speed 12 Kts. Designated skunk “C”

                  2335    Skunk “C” faded from radar bearing 1930 range 27 miles

12-11-61   0000    Steaming independently from Yokosuka, Japan to Midway Island, in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC OPORD 201-60 and COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 1060, speed 17 Kts.

                  0100    Advanced all clocks one hour to conform with +11 time zone

                  0210    Obtained contact on radar and visually, bearing 130 range 13000 yds

                  0238    Surface contact is at CPA bearing 1970 range 7900 yds. Contact is on a course of 288, speed 10 Kts

                  0337    Surface contact faded from radar bearing 2710, range 19 miles

                  0539    Visibility decreased to ¼ mile due to rain. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  0539    Visibility increased to 4 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals

                  0805    C/c 1100.

                  1019    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 2120 distance 17 miles, determined to be on course 0800

                                       speed 16 Kts. CPA 287 distance 5 miles at time 1215, designated skunk “B”

                  1143    Sighted skunk “B” bearing 2350, distance 8.5 miles

                  1216    Redetermined skunk BRAVO to be on course 078, speed 15 Kts

                  1240    Skunk “B” is at CPA, bearing 282, range 12,900 yds. Skunk “B” determined to be a freighter

                  1535    Exercised the crew at 1AA General Quarters

                  1539    Set Material condition ZEBRA

                  1549    Set material condition YOKE. Secured from 1AA General Quarters

                  1555    Skunk “B” faded from radar, bearing 3520, distance 21 miles

                  1936    C/s All ahead standard 284 RPM for 15 Kts

                  1945    C/s All ahead standard 265 RPM for 15 Kts

                  2000    C/c to 1120

                  2002    C/c to 1130

                  2336    Made radar landfall on Kure Island, bearing 0890, range 28 miles

12-11-61   0000    Underway independently from U.S. Naval Station, Yokosuka, Japan to U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Midway Island in accordance with COMDESFLOT FIVE MSTG 091846Z,

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Base course is 1130 PGC, Base speed is 15 Kts.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Green Island bearing 0750T, distance 25 miles.

                  0000    Set all clocks back 24 hours to conform with Xray (+11) zone time

                  0045    Sighted red light on Green Island radar beacon, bearing 0600T, distance 18 miles

                  0109    With Green Island bearing 0460T, C/c 0970 PGC

                  0117    C/s 12.5 Kts

                  0120    C/s 10 Kts

                  0153    Kure Island is at CPA bearing 0130T, distance 11 miles

                  0315    Sighted Midway Island on radar bearing 0900T, distance 37.5 miles

                  0322    Sighted Midway Island beacon Light bearing 0890T, distance 35 miles

                  0340    Lost sight of Kure Island Light, bearing 3150T, distance 22 miles. Cross over the 1800th Meridian

                                       added one day

                  0516    Sighted Aero beacon Light on Midway Island bearing 075, distance about 20 miles

                  0603    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 1000, range 40,000 yds

                  0606    Surface contact tracked and determined to on a course of 311, speed 19 Kts

                  0612    C/c 090

                  0620    Sighted surface contact and determined to be USNS GAFFEY (USS HUGH J GAFFEY T-AP-121)

                  0659    Surface contact at CPA, bearing 028, distance 15,800 yds

                  0727    C/s 8 Kts.

                  0745    C/s 10 Kts

                  0758    C/c 001.

                  0810    Set the special sea and anchor detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the Bridge.

                  0836    Mr. Yates, Midway Pilot came aboard

                  0840    Pilot is at the Conn. Commenced maneuvering at various courses and speeds while

                                       standing in the Midway channel

                  0901    Moored starboard side to pier, U.S. Naval Station, Midway

                  0916    Secured the special sea and anchor detail. Set the regular in-port watch. The pilot departed the ship

                  0922    MEETHER, S.R., MR3, USN was taken to the Naval Hospital by ambulance for treatment

                  0950    Commenced taking on fuel. Draft forward 10’7” aft 10’8”

                  1230    Ceased fueling, draft forward 11’11” aft 11’11”, received 45,945 Gal.

                                       Diesel Fuel. Set the special sea and anchor detail

                  1256    The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. Midway pilot Mr. YATES is at the Conn

                  1300    Underway for NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                                       Maneuvering on various courses at various speeds to conform with the Midway channel

                  1317    Passed buoy No. 1 abeam to starboard

                  1319    Entered International Waters

                  1326    Pilot departed the ship.

                  1429    With Midway Aero beacon bearing 085, 7 miles C/c 000

                  1446    C/s 17 Kts

                  1640    Midway Islands faded from radar bearing 1600, range 33 miles

                  1752    C/c to 0130.

                  2052    Shifted the electrical load from No’s 2 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  2303    Shifted the electrical load to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Took No. 1 off the line due to fuel oil leak

                  2340    Placed No. 1 Generator back on the line and split the load between 1 and 3 generators

12-12-61   0000    Underway enroute from NAVSTA Midway to NAVAID/SAR Station “AB”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG 091846Z. 4 Main Engines on the line, 305 RPM FOR 17 kt.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Base Course 0130.

                  0100    Set all ship’s clocks ahead one hour to conform with (+10) WHISKEY time zone

                  0610    Unidentified radar contact bearing 3100T, distance 32,000 yds. Designated skunk “AQA”

                  0620    Skunk “AQA” at CPA bearing 2980T, distance 31,300 yds.

                                       Skunk “AQA” on course 2770T speed 5 Knots

                  1012    C/s 17.5 Kts.

                  1324    C/c 0150 PGC

                  1358    C/c 0180 PGC

                  1415    Detected unusual noise in port shaft and commenced slowing for investigation

                  1420    Noise in port shaft was tentatively evaluated as foreign matter, possibly a fishing net,

                                       wrapped around the shaft. Commenced returning to base course and speed

                  1440    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 2600T, distance 17 miles. Contact designated skunk “B”

                  1452    Hold skunk “B” visually bearing 0630T, distance 12 miles. Determined to on course 2700T, speed 13 Kts

                              CPA bearing 0420T, distance 12 miles

                  1533    Skunk “B” at CPA bearing 1450T, 9 miles

                  1556    Obtained unidentified surface radar contact bearing 055, range 18 miles. Designated as skunk BRAVO

                  1612    Sighted skunk BRAVO visually, bearing 031, range 24,000 yds. Contact determined to be

                                       on course of 270, speed 10 Kts. CPA bearing 315, range 5,800 yds

                  1734    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 045, range 20 miles. Designated skunk “C”

                  1742    Contact determined to be on course of 2450, speed 9 Kts

                  1750    C/c 0150

                  1759    Sighted surface contact bearing 055, range 24,600 yds

                  1805    Skunk “C” determined to be on course 280, speed 12.5 Kts

                  1810    Skunk “B” faded from scope bearing 323, distance 25 miles

                  1830    Skunk “C” at CPA bearing 002, range 7,400 yds

                  1913    Lost skunk “C” visually bearing 2480, range 25,000 yds

                  1934    Skunk “C” faded from radar scope bearing 3290, distance 19 miles

12-13-61   0000    Underway independently enroute from U.S. Naval Station, Midway Islands

                                       to NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG. Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3, and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 018, Base speed 12.5 Kts.

                  0150    Sighted two small surface contacts visually

                  0151    C/c to 015

                  0208    C/c to 018

                  0214    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 325, range 23.5 miles, contact determined to be

                                       on course 280, speed 14 Kts

                  0230    Radar surface contact faded bearing 315, range 25 miles.

                                       Throughout the watch sighted numerous shooting stars in the Northern sky

                  0531    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 1060, distance 13 miles. Designated skunk “C”

                                       CPA bearing 111 distance 12 miles

                  0552    Skunk “C” faded from radar bearing 123 range 14 miles

                  1315    Arrived NAVAID/SAR Station “AB”

                  1413    Stopped starboard shaft and placed No. 2 Main engine in 5 minute standby.

                                       Took No. 3 Main Engine off the line

                  1503    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators to

                                       No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1507    C/c 060. Ship is rolling moderately in 3 ft. seas from 260

                  1610    Gyro casualty discovered

                  1625    Commenced steering by magnetic compass 0520M. Gyro secured

                  1730    C/c 0620M.

                  1948    C/c 3100 PStgC

                  1956    C/c 3000 PStgC

                  2031    C/c 2900 PStgC

                  2214    Commenced lying to

                  2230    Placed No. 4 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. During this watch an unusually large number

                                       of shooting stars were observed

12-14-61   0000    Underway as before. Patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       The ship is lying to. No’s 2 and 4 Main Engines are in five minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                  1030    Placed No’s 2 and 4 Main Engines on the line. Commenced swinging ship

                                       for compensating compasses. Set speed 8 Kts

                  1106    C/s 10 Kts

                  1150    C/s to 8 Kts

                  1151    Stopped all engines and placed No’s 2 and 4 Main Engines in 15 minute standby. Commenced lying to

                  1310    C/s to 8 Kts. Set course 000. Commenced swing ship for compensating compasses

                  1324    C/s to 10 Kts

                  1400    Secured from swinging ship. Stopped all engines. Commenced lying to.

                                       Placed No. 4 Main Engine in 5 minute standby and No. 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

12-15-61   0000    Underway with no way on, on NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG 091846Z December.

                                       Number 4 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby, Number 2 Main Engine in fifteen minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on number 2 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       The ship’s head varies from 0200T to 0400T throughout the watch

                  0825    Sighted an unidentified flying object having the appearance of a first magnitude star,

                                       but with easily discernible motion. Initial sighting bearing 1950T, elevation 750

                  0830    Lost sight of unidentified flying object bearing 2100T, elevation 800

                  1050    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 2130T, distance 17.5 miles

                  1053    Contact designated skunk “A”: Determined to be on course 0300T, speed 14 Kts. CPA close aboard

                  1058    Placed #4 Main Engine in immediate standby

                  1105    Revised course of skunk “A” 0720T, Revised CPA, 1820T, distance 8 miles

                  1133    Skunk “A” at CPA, bearing 1650T, distance 7.2 miles

                  1241    Surface contact faded bearing 1720, distance 21 miles

                  1400    Commenced Captain’s Inspection of Lower Decks

                  1445    Secured from Inspection

                  1536    The Summary Court Martial in the case of MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN,

                                       opened at 1312 and recessed at 1536 to meet again at 1557 this date.

                  1618    The Summary Court Martial in the case of MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN,

                                       adjourned to await the action of the convening authority.

                  1635    MASTHEADLIGHT, W.R., SN, was convicted on 15 December 1961 by

                                       Summary Court Martial of a charge of AWOL for 6 hrs and 15 minutes, on 2 December 1961.

                                       In violation of Article 86, UCMJ.

                                       Sentence: Restricted to the limits of the ship for a period of 35 days.

12-16-61   0000    Underway with no way on patrolling independently on NAVAID/SAR Station “AB”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                                       and COMDESFLOT FIVE MSG 091846Z December.

                                       Number 4 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby, number 2 Main Engine is in 15 minute standby,

                                       number 1 & 3 Main Engines are in 30 minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on number two Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set. Ship’s head is 030.

                  0800    Mustered the crew at Quarters. Absentee: MORSECODE, C.C., SA,

                                       AWOL since 0001, 5 December 1961

12-17-61   0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 4 Main Engine is in 5 minute standby with number 2 Main Engine in 15 minute standby.

                                       Number 2 Ship’s Service Generator is carrying the electrical load. The ship is lying to.

                  1505    Split the electrical load between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators

                  1552    Placed number 2 and 4 Main Engines in immediate standby

                  1553    Placed number 2 and 4 Main Engines on the line. Set course 014 speed 8 Kts and took departure

                                       for NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Msg 141930Z

                  1602    C/s 12 Kts

                  1955    C/c 1950T

                  2041    C/s 217 RPM for 12.5 Kts

12-18-61   0000    Underway independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 2 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 015. Base speed 12.5 Kts.

                  0403    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 043, range 23 miles

                  0412    Contact determined to be on course 090, speed 16 Kts; Past CPA and opening. Designated skunk “A”

                  0427    Skunk “A” faded from radar bearing 062, range 25 miles

                  1535    Exercised the crew at ditching at sea drill

                  1550    Secured from drill

                  2025    Casualty to master gyro, commenced steering 003M

12-19-61   0000    Underway as before steaming independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AB” to

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60, and

                                       COMBARPAC’s Msg of 160000Z December.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Numbers 2 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between numbers 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 015, Base speed 12.5 Kts.

                  0600    Arrived Pacific NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”. C/s 12 Kts.

                  0610    C/s 10 Kts.

                  0620    C/s to 8 Kts

                  0622    Stopped the port shaft and placed No. 4 Main Engine in 15 minute standby

                  0714    Shifted the electrical load from No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators to No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0920    Placed number one Main Engine on the starboard shaft 138 RPM;

                                       Placed number 2 Main Engine out of commission

                  1055    NEST, B.S., FA, USN, Received a 1” laceration of the left thumb while slicing bread in the galley.

                                       Treated by medical representative and returned to duty.

                                       Considered in the line of duty, not misconduct

                  1255    C/c to 155

                  1302    Placed number 3 Main Engine on the line. Started the port shaft

                  1304    C/c to 150

                  1315    Split the electrical load between numbers 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Secured number 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1335    Placed number 2 and 4 Main Engines on the line

                  1338    C/s to 10 Kts

                  1347    C/s to 12 Kts

                  1400    C/s to 15 Kts.

                  1620    C/s to 11 Kts

                  1622    C/c 0500 PStgC

                  1626    C/s to 8 kts.

                  1627    C/c to 0400 PStgC. Took number 1 and 3 Main Engines off the line and

                                       placed them in 15 minutes standby

                  1820    C/c 199 PStgC

                  2038    C/c 127 PStgC

                  2040    Placed number 1 and thee Main Engines in immediate standby.

                                       Placed number one and three Main Engines on the line

                  2114    C/s 10 Kts

                  2120    C/s 12 Kts.

                  2131    C/s 13 Kts

                  2140    C/s to 15 Kts

                  2150    C/s to 16 Kts

                  2250    C/c 297 PStgC. During the course of the watch the barometer dropped from 29.57 in to 29.52 in.,

                                       wind increased from 9 Kts to 26 Kts. from 095

12-20-61   0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 297 Mag. Speed 16 Kts.

                  0018    C/c 032 Mag

                  0129    Took No. 2 Main Engine off the line

                  0411    C/c to 289

                  0412    C/c to 279. C/s to 12 Kts

                  0434    C/s to 14 Kts

                  0501    C/s 12 Kts

                  0800    Underway as before with winds from 055, velocity 50 Kts, seas from 090, height 18 ft

                  0900    Winds from 070 velocity 50 Kts seas from 020 Height 20 ft. C/c to 2550M

                  1045    C/c 2480M

                  1053    C/c to 2450M

                  1100    Wind from 045 velocity 47 Kts. seas from 050 Height 25 ft

                  1244    C/c 2350M

                  1251    C/c 2300M

                  1729    C/c 025 PStgC

                  1730    Placed No. 2 Main Engine on the line

                  1735    C/c 230 PStgC

                  1740    C/c 220 PStgC. C/s 12 kts

12-21-61   0000    Underway independently, diverting from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” due to heavy weather.

                                       Base course is 1970T, 1800 PSTGC, Base speed 11 Kts.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Number 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The ship is riding comfortable in 20 to 25 ft. seas on the deep port quarter

                  0014    Starboard engine ahead standard

                  0015    C/c 0450 PStgC

                  0016    C/s 8 Kts

                  0304    C/c 0400 PStgC.

                  0845    Took No. 2 and 4 Main Engines off the line and placed in 15 minute standby

                  0900    C/c 0900 PSTGC

                  0902    C/s 10 Kts

                  0907    C/s 11 Kts

                  1303    C/c 085 PStgC

                  1310    C/c 0800 PStgC

                  1707    C/s to 8 Kts. C/c to 0400 PStgC

                  1710    C/c to 0350 PStgC

12-22-61   0000    Underway independently, returning to NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” after diversion necessitated

                                       by heavy weather, in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Base course 035, speed 11 Kts.

                                       Number 1 and 3 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                  0100    Arrived NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”. C/s 8 kts.

                  0105    Stopped the starboard shaft and placed No. 1 Main Engine in 5 minute standby

                  0208    Due to high cooling water temperature on No. 3 Ship’s Service Generator,

                                       placed the entire electrical load on No. 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0226    Casualty was due to broken petcock. Number 3 Ship’s Service Generator placed back in commission

                  0855    Shifted the electrical load to number 3 Ship’s Service Generator.

                                       Secured number 1 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0901    Stopped the port shaft. Placed number 3 Main Engine in 5 minute standby. Commenced lying to

                  1010    Shifted the electrical load to number 2 Ship’s Service Generator

                  1030    Made daily inspection of the magazines and smokeless powder samples and

                                       weekly test of magazine sprinkling systems. Conditions normal.

                  2122    The electrical load was shifted from number 2 to number 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  2235    Shifted the load back to number 2 Ship’s Service Generator

12-23-61   0000    Underway independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 2 and 3 Main Engines are in five minute standby.

                                       The electrical load is on number 2 Ship’s Service Generator. Underway with no way on.

                  0020    Obtained unidentified radar contact bearing 329, range 25 miles.

                                       Designated skunk “A”, determined to be on course 075, speed 11 Kts

                  0040    Skunk “A” is at CPA bearing 344, range 25 miles

                  0055    Skunk “A” faded from radar bearing 349, range 25.8 miles

                  0106    Lit off number 3 Ship’s Service for test. Attempted to shift the electrical load

                                       to number 3 Ship’s Service Generator. Test unsatisfactory.

                                       Secured number 3 Ship’s Service Generator

                  0940    Placed No. 3 Main Engine on the line. Set course 0700M. Speed 8 Kts

                  1001    While cleaning dish washing machine in scullery, MARLINSPIKE, P,I., SN, USN,

                                       received a first degree burn on his posterior right forearm

                                       when arm accidentally struck steam valve; not due to his own misconduct.

                                       Treatment administered by the medical representative. Disposition: Returned to duty

                  1014    C/c 0750M

                  1143    C/c 0800M

                  1258    C/c 1000M

                  1356    Shifted electrical load from No. 2 Ship’s Service Generator to No. 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       The ship is rolling heavily and pitching moderately in rough seas.

                                       Strong winds of 35 Kts. with gusts to 40 Kts. from 120, prevails

                  1400    MARK, C.U., AGAN, USN received a 1” laceration on his scalp when the

                                       ship rolled throwing him against a patch panel in Radio Central.

                                       Treated by Medical representative and returned to full duty. In the line of duty not misconduct

                  2002    Starboard ahead one-third

                  2010    Port ahead two-thirds to assist in turning. C/c 2900 PStgC

                  2013    C/s 8 Kts. C/c 3050 PSTGC

                  2015    Starboard engine stop. C/c 3100 PSTGC. To maintain course 3100 PStgC

                                       it was necessary to increase speed on the starboard shaft repeatedly.

                  2155    C/c 3000 PStgC

                  2331    Port engine ahead one-third

12-24-61   0000    Underway steaming independently patrolling NAVAID/SAR Station “AA”

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       Number 1 and 3 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 3100 PStgC. Base speed 8 kts.

                  0025    C/s 10 Kts.

                  0026    C/c 1000 PStgC

                  0027    C/s to 8 Kts

                  0035    C/c to 1100 PStgC

                  0313    C/c 1150 PStgC

                  0320    C/c 1200 PstgC

                  1355    Placed No. 2 and 4 Main Engines on the line

                  1358    C/c to 2500M

                  1400    C/s to 10 Kts

                  1413    C/s to 12 Kts

                  1415    C/c to 2400M

                  1420    C/s to 15 Kts

                  1425    C/c to 2300M

                  1426    C/c to 2200M

                  1427    C/s to 16 Kts

                  1430    C/c to 2100M

                  1436    C/c to 2000M

                  1801    Took departure from NAVAID/SAR Station "AA" in accordance with

                                       COMBARPAC Msg 242041Z and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60

                  2105    Visibility decreased to 500 Yds. Commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with

                                       the International Rules of the Road

                  2211    C/c 190

                  2220    C/c 175

                  2225    Visibility increased to 7 miles. Ceased sounding fog signals. The ship passed through a warm front

                                       and experienced a shift in the winds from 100 at 14 Kts. to 185 at 10 Kts. and

                                       an increase in temperature of 4 degrees to 470.

                  2244    C/c 170

                  2245    C/s 16.5 Kts

                  2246    C/s 17 Kts. Ship is riding comfortably in seas with 8 ft swells from 1000. Barometer is falling.

12-25-61   0000    Underway enroute from NAVAID/SAR "AA" to NAVSTA, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT V MOVORD 56-61. All four Main Engines on the line.

                                       305 RPM for 17 Kts. The ship’s electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service

                                       Generators. Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       Base course is 1700 Magnetic.

                  0242    Visibility reduced; commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the International Rules of the Road

                  0252    Ceased sounding fog signals

                  1900    C/c 1400M

12-26-61   0000    Underway independently enroute to U.S. Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in accordance with

                                       COMDESFLOT V MOVORD 56-61 and COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Base course is 1400 PStgC. Base speed 17 Kts. No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                  0830    C/s 17.5 Kts

                  0844    C/c 137 PStgC

                  1311    C/s 305 RPMs for 17 Kts

                  1348    C/c 1350 M

                  1515    All ahead standard 284 RPM for 16 Kts.

                  1658    Obtained unidentified radar surface contact bearing 180, range 11 miles

                  1712    Contact is at CPA bearing 210, range 10 miles.

                                       Contact determined to be on course 242, speed 10.5 Kts

                  1757    Contact faded from scope bearing 260, range 16.5 miles

                  1902    Casualty to No. 2 Main Engine C/s 14 Kts

                  1923    Casualty repaired to No. 2 Main Engine C/s to 15 kts

                  1932    C/s to 12 Kts Casualty to No. 1 Main Engine

                  1939    C/s 14 Kts.

                  2235    C/s 12 kts. C/c 150

                  2236    C/s 10 Kts

                  2302    Casualty to No. 1 Main Engine repaired, placed it back on the line

                  2306    Casualty to No. 2 Main Engine took it off the line. C/c 130. C/s 8 Kts.

                  2329    C/s 12 Kts.

                  2332    Visibility decreased to 2 miles, commenced sounding fog signals in accordance with the

                                       International Rules of the Road.

                  2345    Visibility increased to 4 miles, ceased sounding fog signals. C/s to 14 Kts

12-27-61   0000    Underway enroute to U.S. Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii from

                                       NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” in accordance with COMDESFLOT V MOVORD 56-61.

                                       No’s 1, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line, 246 RPM for 14 Kts.

                                       The electrical load is split between numbers 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set throughout the ship.

                                       The gyro is out of commission. Base course 1300M

                  0105    Port engine ahead standard 256 RPM, for 14.5 Kts

                  0427    Starboard engine ahead one third, port engine two-thirds, 208 RPM for 12 Kts.

                                       No. 2 Main Engine on the line

                  0430    Starboard engine ahead two-thirds

                  0431    All engines ahead standard, 256 RPMs for 14.5 Kts

                  0444    C/s 265 RPM for 15 Kts

                  0446    C/s 284 RPM for 16 Kts

                  0452    All engines ahead full 305 RPM for 17 Kts

                  0504    C/s 315 RPM for 17.5 Kts.

                  0515    Number 2 Main Engine ready to answer all bells

                  0929    Visibility decreased to ½ mile due to fog and rain. Commenced sounding fog signals

                                       in accordance with the International Rules of the Road.

                  0935    Ceased sounding fog signals.

                  1007    C/s to 317 RPMs.

12-28-61   0000    Underway independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

                                       in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60 and

                                       COMDESFLOT FIVE MOVORD 35-61.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between number 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 130 Mag. Base Speed 17.6 Knots.

                  2030    C/s 17 kts

                  2037    C/s 17.5 Kts

                  2320    Bearing 1700T, Distance 87 Miles

12-29-61   0000    Underway independently enroute from NAVAID/SAR Station “AA” to U.S. Naval Station,

                                       Pearl Harbor, Hawaii in accordance with COMBARPAC Op-Order 201-60.

                                       Material condition YOKE and condition of readiness IV are set.

                                       No’s 1, 2, 3 and 4 Main Engines are on the line.

                                       The electrical load is split between No’s 1 and 3 Ship’s Service Generators.

                                       Base course 138 M, Base speed 17.6 Kts.

                  0909    Obtained radar surface contact bearing 358 Range 10.7 miles.

                                       Determined to be on course 1680 speed 1.5 Kts. Designated as Skunk "A.

                  0921    Sighted skunk "A" visually bearing 035 relative, range 10 miles

                  1140    Tested backing bell. Test satisfactory

                  1142    Set speed 8 Kts.

                  1145    Set the special sea and anchoring detail. The Captain and Navigator are on the bridge. OOD has the conn.

                  1156    Entered inland water

                  1232    Executive Officer assumed the conn

                  1244    Moored at berth BRAVO pier 23, U.S. Naval Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii,

                                       outboard of the USS NEWELL (DER-322) with standard mooring lines

                  1250    Secured the Special Sea and Anchoring Detail

                  1343    Commenced receiving miscellaneous services from the pier

                  1821    Shifted electrical load back to No. 2 Ship's Service Generator due to an overheated shore power line

                  1847    Shifted electrical power back to shore power

12-30-61   0800    Mustered the crew on station. Absentees: MORSECODE, C.C., SA,

                                       AWOL since 0001, 5 December 1961.

                  0812    YOGN 115 moored along side and commenced delivering fuel

                  1245    LTJG B.O. RELATIVEBEARING was detached from this ship with orders to report to

                                       USS SPROSTON (DDE-577) for permanent duty.

                  1555    YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) came alongside to move the YOGN 115

                  1600    YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) departed from alongside with the YOGN 115

                  1613    YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) and YTB 262 (USS ONEYANA) along side to port

                  1621    Underway to berth F-1

                  1624    YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) departed from port side aft

                  1627    YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) along side starboard bow

                  1635    YTB 262 (USS ONEYANA) departed port bow

                  1640    YTB 262 (USS ONEYANA) along side starboard Quarter

                  1644    Moored port side to USS WILHOITE (DER-397) at berth F-1 in nest of ships consisting of

                                       USS HAMUL (AD-20), USS FLETCHER (DDE-445)

                  1650    YTB 262 (USS ONEYANA) departed starboard Quarter

                  1651    Pilot departed ship. YTB 142 (USS NOKOMIS) departed starboard bow.

                                       Secured the special sea and anchoring detail

                  1700    Rigged 1” wire rope from fantail to the USS HAMUL (AD-20)

                  1701    Commenced taking shore steam

                  1740    Shifted from ship’s to shore power

                  1750    Rigged 1” wire rope from LANSING forecastle to the dock

12-31-61   0000    Moored port side to USS WILHOITE (DER-397) at pier FOXTROT 1 at

                                       Ford Island, Naval Air Station, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, with standard mooring lines

                                       in a nest of four (4) ships consisting of the USS HAMUL (AD-20),

                                       USS FLETCHER (DDE-445), USS WILHOITE (DER-397) USS LANSING (DER-388)

                                       in that order. Ships present include various units of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, yard and district craft.

                                       SOPA is CINCPACFLT with Headquarters at Makalapa heights, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

                                       Modified material condition YOKE is set.

                                       Receiving miscellaneous services from the USS HAMUL (AD-20)

                  1035    MANHOLE, O.H., FN, was returned aboard by HASP for Breach of the Peace.

                                       A further report is to follow.

                  2400    Moored as before.

 

5/7/2001