There the first trees fell with the wind from West-South-West; a few fell when the wind was east, and most when the wind was north-west.
The Malays have an idea that every fifth year the monsoon is stronger than usual, but can give no reason for thinking so.

According to them this monsoon ought to have been a strong one.
(**Footnote.

The Pelorus was dug out of the mud, and once more got afloat towards the middle of February following.

This immense undertaking was accomplished by the indefatigable exertion and mechanical skill of her commander, Captain Kuper, C.B., assisted by Captain Stanley.

J.L.S.)) COURSE OF THE STORM.
The bad weather in the Victoria then would appear to have been caused by the proximity of the southern edge of this storm as it passed to the westward.