NOTE. Since the object of this form is to obtain full particulars respecting the qualities of the ship, under all circumstances of wind
and sea, when under sail alone, under steam alone, and under steam and sail combined, the Captain is to transmit with it a detailed
account of any particular circumstances he may deem of importance, and also to suggest any alteration which, in his opinion, would
improve the qualities of the ship.

Character of the

43. Is she, generally speaking, a well-built and strong ship, or does she show any symptoms of weakness?..
44. Has the ship been ashore, or has she struck the ground at any time during the period of this report?.
45. If she has, mention the time and place, and the date of the report of the circumstances, and to whom the report
was made

46. Have any particular circumstances occurred likely to affect the copper-such as getting ashore-and on what stations has the ship been employed since last coppered?

Commanding.

Dated the

of

18-.

Synopsis of the steam log of the United States steamer

the three months ending, 18-, the vessel during that period being

Ship's number.

FORM NO. 3.

Complete descriptive muster-roll of the crew of the [To be transmitted to the Bureau of Equipment and Recruiting at the com

Recapitulation of crew remaining on board at date of muster-roll.

Petty officers.

Seamen

Ordinary seamen.

Landsmen

Apprentices.

Musicians

Firemen

Coal-heavers
Contrabands

Total..

NOTE. Care must be taken that every column be correctly filled, and that all casu dates of various changes, where transferred, &c. The names of the men thus reported by the printed headings cannot be otherwise obtained, obtain it from the men them are requested to keep themselves supplied with blanks by application to the Bureau