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The Terra Nova remained at anchor off Cape Evans for thirty hours, and those on board did their best to help the Cape Evans party to settle down for the homeward voyage.

We heard that the shore party had that day (Jan. 18) commenced the work of preparation for a third winter; they were delighted to see us. A typical extract from the diary of a member may be quoted:

'Jan. 18.

We are relieved, and God be thanked for that Teddy^[1] is on board the Terra Nova. Everything all right there.'

Immediately greetings had been exchanged and the situation thoroughly grasped, all hands packed and transported the specimens, collections, and equipment to the ship. We worked all night, and in twenty-four hours had removed our effects to the Terra Nova, and closed the hut after clearing it up and making a list of provisions and equipment.

We have left at Cape Evans an outfit and stores that would see a dozen resourceful men through one summer and winter at least.

On Sunday, January 19, at 5.20 p.m., the Expedition