me was Coupang. – At day break I was desired to come on shore by a Soldier who was sent down to the beach & who conducted me to the Fort, but found no person of consequence & the governor they told me could not be spoke w^th. untill 10 O'Clock in the morn^g. – Met an English Sailor who belonged to the large Ship in the Road He conducted me to his Captain–Called Spikerman. — This Gentleman behaved with great goodness, & after having told him of my situation I requested care & a situation for my People & officers might be prepared without delay. - He therefore gave the necessary orders for their ac- comodation & victualling this day

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