Then we'll make up for to-day.

We can't expect to do much under these conditions, you know." The day following (a fine, _cool_, bright one, and how we did appreciate it!) was spent by all hands in getting the ship spick and span for the inspection of visitors, who were sure to be on hand to welcome us.
The semi-weekly ceremony of airing hammocks and bedding was indulged in.
The bugler blew "hammocks," whereupon all hands lined up to receive them from the stowers.

They were then unlashed on the gun deck, and inspected by the officers of the different divisions, who ordered that they should be taken up to the spar deck.

The blankets and mattresses were spread wherever sun and breeze could get at them.

The rail, as well as the boats, was covered with them.