Journals: Northwest Boundary Survey, 1859; Journal, 1858; and Northwest Boundary Survey, December 1857 (First Cruise of Sloop Fanny) (3 of 3) Search this
Collection name:
Caleb Burwell Rowan Kennerly Papers, 1855-1860
Physical Description:
1 field book
Physical Location:
Smithsonian Institution Archives
Sublocation:
Box 1 Folder 3
Record type:
Fieldbook record
Object Type:
Field notes
Place:
Orcas Island
San Juan Islands
Washington
United States
Date Range:
1856-1857
Start Date:
18560917
End Date:
18571222
Abstract:
The notebook documents Caleb Kennerly's observations during the Northwest Boundary Survey, September 1856 - December 1857. Entries are dated and are journal style. First sections refers to planting, harvesting, and processing grain. Includes lists of birds observed in the Orcas Island, descriptions of daily activities, sailing conditions, names and activities of Survey participants. Also includes calculations. Some pages are difficult to read because of faded writing. Locations include the San Juan Islands in Puget Sound of Washington.
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