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1853 continued

their untiring friends at Valparaiso and from their father land, more especially Rear Adml. Moresby and his benevolent officers. The boat crew remained all night and was treated with the greatest possible kindness by Capt Moreshead

Nov 3rd
This morning at daylight another sail was seen standing to ward the Island she proved ultimately to be a Whaler which left here on the 1st. inst. The crew having attempted to scuttle the ship, succeeded in making four auger holes through her bottom, and had it not been for the timely discovery of their diabolical schemes all hands on board would have perished. On her condition being made known 12 of our number were dispatched on board to help free her which they succeeded in accomplishing. The rest of the people buisily engaged landing the various articles from the Dido which was effected before dark

" 5th
At 12 Captain Moreshead and his officers accompanied by several of the Islanders of both sexes went on board of the "Dido". The Islanders being lo[a]th to part from those they have received so much kindness from, added to the agreeable manner in which the afternoon was spent (for both parties seemed to enjoy themselves vastly in singing, dancing &c. &c.) remained untill dark when after taking an affectionate leave of their kind and hospitable friends they returned on shore deeply impressed with the kindness, hospitality & generosity of Capt. Moreshead and his officers. By this vessel Reuben Nobbs returned to Valparaiso accompanied by his brother Francis.