February 4, 1899
We were called to arms at 8.35 pm. and recalled at 9.15 p.m. There was a second call to arms at 9.45 p.m. when the… Read More »February 4, 1899
Diary of James J. Loughrey
January 31, 1899
Reveille at 4.15 am. We were prepared in light marching order at 5.15 a.m., but recalled at 6.15 a.m., which was followed by inspection by… Read More »January 31, 1899
January 28, 1899
I returned to quarters at I 1.45 p.m. I heard a shot and 2 white rockets were sent up from the mole on our right.
January 27, 1899
I was on outpost duty again today from 8.45 p.m.
January 23, 1899
I started the day on guard, everything was very quite. We received our Christmas boxes from home rather belatedly! I was paid $46.00 and $3.40… Read More »January 23, 1899
January 19, 1899
I went on outpost duty at 9 p.m., and arrived at the firing line at 10 pm. I was there until 5 a.m. next morning… Read More »January 19, 1899
January 18, 1899
The weather has started to get warmer.
January 15, 1899
We received cots after sleeping on floors since August 15th last. Stanton and Cunningham went to Iloilo.
January 14, 1899
Peculiar things happened; firstly, Williams loaded his rifle during the night for no reason and. secondly, Fales chased a coloured man from the ‘Cazadero’ with… Read More »January 14, 1899