Monday, August 9, 1915

Once more I turned out, only to turn in again. At 8 we took the guard - which meant that we would no get any liberty. At 2 in the afternoon we went ashore under arms to receive a bronze tablet from the directors of the fair commemorating our visit to Frisco. The customary speeches of presentation and acceptance were delivered. On our way from Calder's Monument to the ships we went thru a few maneuvers for the benefit of the "admiring public." At 7:30 we went ashore for the Navy Ball at the Civic Auditorium. The Ball was strictly a society affair, and was attended by army and navy officers and midshipmen. For the benefit of the "old boys" we gave several yells and sang Anchors Aweigh. It was a brilliant evening, both as regards clothes and people. An invitation to dine with a Miss Jacobs was duly accepted for the next day. The floor, as large as it was, was very crowded until about 12, when some of the unattached older people left. This left the floor in splendid shape - and until 2 o'clock we enjoyed the dance and company. It was after 3 when we turned in, tired, but ever so happy over the evening.