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Wood Island Log From New Workers Arrival Visit
Journal entry describes March sighting of Wood Island, arrival at Kodiak, crossing to the orphanage, welcome by Superintendent Learn and boys, first impressions of island climate and harsh summers, snow cover hindering exploration, hopeful early spring, and reflections on their voyage from Chicago to Seattle with dangers noted and a sense of purpose in serving.
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Wood Island
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Kodiak
Learn
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Seattle