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Rounding this point, we see before us in the distance a forest of shipping, and soon cast anchor in the harbor of Yokohama. From Egypt to Japan 2012-04-19T02:00:28.147Z
Start out for God and immortality; and some day you may cast anchor in the shining waters that lap the shores of a divine continent. Is Life Worth Living Without Immortality? A Lecture Delivered Before the Independent Religious Society, Chicago 2012-04-18T02:00:15.717Z
At length land appeared, and they cast anchor. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z
A penal settlement was formed the following year, and four days after the arrival of the little fleet, a French expedition, under the ill-fated M. de la P�rouse, cast anchor in the bay. Australian Pictures Drawn with Pen and Pencil 2012-04-02T02:00:28.873Z
They had reached the gateway of Southern China and cast anchor in the harbor of Hong-Kong. Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator 2012-03-27T02:00:19.467Z
In the summer of 1859, I arrived before the town of Victoria, on board the good ship Emeu, and cast anchor in the blue waters of its shaded harbour. Ti-Ping Tien-Kwoh The History of the Ti-Ping Revolution (Volume I) 2012-03-19T02:00:25.027Z
Suffice it to say, that at six o'clock in the evening, wearied out and desperate, we cast anchor in the domicile of an Irish lady with one eye. Doesticks, What He Says 2012-03-14T02:00:27.940Z
As soon as we had cast anchor a couple of officers and a crew of sailors came down to the pier, and then rowed off to us in one of the boats. The Gold Diggings of Cape Horn A Study of Life in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia 2012-03-13T02:00:27.187Z
Therefore was it that when he at last cast anchor, he was so reluctant again to trust himself to wave and breeze. Life Without and Life Within or, Reviews, Narratives, Essays, and poems. 2012-03-05T03:00:13.070Z
I for one will be glad when we cast anchor.” Bert Wilson, Wireless Operator 2012-03-27T02:00:19.467Z
"The two aged men," says T. W. Higginson, "floated on, like two ships becalmed at nightfall, that drift together into port, and cast anchor side by side." Famous American Statesmen 2012-03-01T03:00:26.167Z
He did not, however, venture to cast anchor; and the force of the currents, during the night, swept him too far to leeward to allow him to examine it any further. The Oregon Territory Its History and Discovery 2012-02-22T03:00:27.207Z
It was the seventy-fifth day since our departure from St. Louis, when the Assiniboin cast anchor at Fort Union. Travels in the Interior of North America, Part I, (Being Chapters I-XV of the London Edition, 1843) Early Western Travels, 1748-1846, Volume XXII 2012-02-08T03:00:17.410Z
A few days later, in an amethyst sea, off the green slopes of Loma point, the Renown cast anchor. Down Under With the Prince 2012-01-29T03:00:07.103Z
But it was not until the evening of the twentieth that we cast anchor by London Bridge. The Courtship of Morrice Buckler A Romance 2012-01-26T03:00:17.027Z
From Brisbane to Cooktown, their steamers were the first to cast anchor in the new harbours and help to develope the trade of the coast. Early Days in North Queensland 2012-01-24T03:00:29.987Z
The Chatham, in the meantime, cast anchor in the midst of the breakers, where she rode in four fathoms, with the surf breaking over her. The Oregon Territory Its History and Discovery 2012-02-22T03:00:27.207Z
The heat was very great, 18� in the shade, by Reaumur's thermometer, on board the ship, when we cast anchor at India Wharf, Boston, on the forty-eighth day of our voyage. Travels in the Interior of North America, Part I, (Being Chapters I-XV of the London Edition, 1843) Early Western Travels, 1748-1846, Volume XXII 2012-02-08T03:00:17.410Z
The little craft were identical with those that Tasman may have seen when his brig cast anchor off these islands three hundred and seventy years ago. Down Under With the Prince 2012-01-29T03:00:07.103Z
They cast anchor in the mouth of the Nile, and, in conjunction with a powerful army of crusaders, laid siege to Damietta. The History of the Knights Templars, the Temple Church, and the Temple 2012-01-18T03:00:11.003Z
Each time he passed along the coast he cast anchor in a little bay close to the house where Zoraida lived, so that the people of the place should get used to his doing so. Legends & Romances of Spain 2012-01-10T03:00:18.593Z
The only chance of escape was to cast anchor. Rule of the Monk or, Rome in the Nineteenth Century 2012-01-05T03:00:36.930Z
They cast anchor, and remained in that situation through the night. The Life of Benjamin Franklin Illustrated by Tales, Sketches, and Anecdotes 2012-01-04T03:00:46.617Z
At 6 P.M. we cast anchor in 11 fathoms water, in clay ground. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume III (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-04T03:00:31.713Z
Calms and contrary winds, coupled with the powerful current of the mighty river, sweeping through the islands, prevented our further advance, and on the 24th we had to cast anchor near the easternmost Saddle Island. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z
Steamers, which are better able to resist the force of the waves than sailing vessels, generally cast anchor nearer the shore, so that passengers may be more easily landed, and coals shipped with greater facility. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume I (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-02T03:00:25.873Z
The island where the waif from Mott street cast anchor is called Randall’s Island, and there its stay ends, or begins. Out of Mulberry Street Stories of Tenement life in New York City 2011-12-28T03:00:42.950Z
We next cast anchor in Saint Nicholas’ Bay, a beautiful harbor. The Captive in Patagonia 2011-12-27T03:00:10.803Z
Next morning land was in sight on the lee bow, and by noon they had cast anchor and clewed sails in a small bay near a creek. The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z
We now lay a course for the southern bay of Great Nicobar, where, shortly after 9 P.M. of the 24th March, we cast anchor near the little stream called "Galatea" by the Danish expedition. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z
At last, however, they cast anchor in Zanzibar, and were nothing loth to go on shore to stretch their legs. Wild Adventures in Wild Places 2011-12-12T03:00:22.477Z
Driven thither by the elements, a ship casts anchor at the shore. Stars of the Opera 2011-11-29T03:00:15.563Z
At Cape Monday, having cast anchor, we discovered, towards night, a steamer on the Patagonian side, bound westward. The Captive in Patagonia 2011-12-27T03:00:10.803Z
Lerwick was reached in good time, and here they cast anchor for five hours; here weird old Magnus bade them all an affectionate adieu, and here our heroes landed to telegraph to their friends. The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z
At 10 A.M. we cast anchor directly opposite the town; and amid the flags of England, America, France, Holland, and Russia, there now flaunted proudly forth the flag of Austria! Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z
He adventured on the sea, and fared so speedily, by night as by day, that in less than three months he cast anchor at the port of Aigues Mortes. Aucassin & Nicolette And Other Mediaeval Romances and Legends 2011-11-24T03:00:40.487Z
Or, casting anchor in front of a village, we would be shown with pride a row of festering skulls stuck on poles, as proof of the military prowess of our shifty hosts. The Adventures of John Jewitt Only Survivor of the Crew of the Ship Boston During a Captivity of Nearly Three Years Among the Indians of Nootka Sound in Vancouver Island 2011-11-15T03:00:19.650Z
On passing the north point the schooner stood up, keeping the north shore, and cast anchor. The Captive in Patagonia 2011-12-27T03:00:10.803Z
Next morning the coast of Normandy was sighted, but the wind failing, they had to cast anchor two miles from Fécamp. The Anglo-French Entente in the Seventeenth Century 2011-11-04T02:00:24.773Z
We found at anchor the English frigate Amethyst, and the 136screw corvette Niger; and having warped ourselves into their vicinity, by 2 P.M. we had cast anchor in 13 fathoms water. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume II (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-03T03:00:07.630Z
From thence they came to Aquitaine, and entering the mouth of the Loire, cast anchor. Old English Chronicles 2011-10-27T02:00:21.903Z
The Victoria cast anchor in the Port of Seville on September 8, 1522. The Story of Magellan and The Discovery of the Philippines 2011-10-22T02:00:26.240Z
It was evening and quite dusk when the vessel cast anchor in the harbour of Bergen. The Fisher Girl 2011-10-13T02:00:46.980Z
After rowing about till nearly sunset, we learned that the Oriental wouldn't cast anchor till the next day. The Story of a Life 2011-10-11T02:01:02.723Z
But he has cast anchor I suppose in the south. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 2011-10-07T02:00:22.270Z
That same forenoon we cast anchor in Treachery Bay, close to the spot where the yacht had lain not many weeks before. The Island of Gold A Sailor's Yarn 2011-10-03T02:00:28.483Z
This vessel, however, cast anchor at the Nore, for the professed purpose of waiting to receive the necessary papers from the office of the secretary of state. Secret History of the Court of England, from the Accession of George the Third to the Death of George the Fourth, Volume II (of 2) Including, Among Other Important Matters, Full Particulars of the Mysterious Death of the Princess Charlotte 2011-10-01T02:00:34.837Z
On the 7th day of September, Menendez cast anchor in the River of Dolphins, the harbor of St. Augustine. The Spaniards in Florida Comprising the notable settlement of the Huguenots in 1564, and the History and Antiquities of St. Augustine, Founded A.D. 1565 2011-09-24T02:00:14.187Z
Here he cast anchor, and waited patiently till the tide should flow again and he could get back safely. The Strange Story Book 2011-09-15T02:00:13.747Z
Then we entered Portsmouth harbour, and cast anchor among the wooden walls of England. O'er Many Lands, on Many Seas 2011-09-08T02:00:19.987Z
The Tribune soon cast anchor in a beautiful and sheltered bay, the shores of which, down nearly to the water’s edge, were ornamented with a feathery fringe of palm and other graceful trees. Jack Buntline 2011-08-31T02:01:34.270Z
The island was already visible, when suddenly Bland altered his plans and tactics, seeing that the Firefly would be on him before he could cast anchor, and effect a shipment of the little hostages. Born to Wander A Boy's Book of Nomadic Adventures 2011-08-31T02:01:32.837Z
The Alba and her happy crew were returning to their native land, and if nothing occurred they would cast anchor by next morning, at the tail of the bank. In the Land of the Great Snow Bear A Tale of Love and Heroism 2011-08-31T02:01:29.827Z
Four months later the flotilla cast anchor in St Helena Bay, South Africa, rounded the Cape in safety, and in the beginning of the next year reached Malindi, on the east coast of Africa. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4 "G" to "Gaskell, Elizabeth" 2011-08-24T02:00:20.690Z
The Niobe remained for ten days where she had cast anchor, in order to make good repairs. O'er Many Lands, on Many Seas 2011-09-08T02:00:19.987Z
On she sailed till she cast anchor in a neighbouring bay. Jack Buntline 2011-08-31T02:01:34.270Z
There being no Wind, we were obliged, when the Ebb was spent, to cast anchor, and wait for the next. Benjamin Franklin; Self-Revealed, Volume I (of 2) A Biographical and Critical Study Based Mainly on his own Writings 2011-08-16T02:00:37.443Z
We had scarcely cast anchor, when some of the natives of Necquebar came in their canoes; they arrived rowing in silence. In the Andamans and Nicobars The Narrative of a Cruise in the Schooner "Terrapin" 2011-06-30T02:00:24.487Z
He and Fin went on board, sailed away, and never stopped till they cast anchor outside all the ships, under the castle of the king of the Flood. Myths and Folk Tales of Ireland 2011-06-29T02:00:25.760Z
But the best of it was that we stayed for months at every new place where we cast anchor.” O'er Many Lands, on Many Seas 2011-09-08T02:00:19.987Z
No sooner had the gallant Wright cast anchor in Leghorn, than he realised that he had landed in a nest of hornets. Privateers and Privateering 2011-06-21T02:00:26.477Z
When the ship cast anchor before Accomac, Berkeley sent for her commander, Captain Carver, to come ashore and hold a parley with him, promising him a safe return. The Story of Bacon's Rebellion 2011-06-16T02:00:14.737Z
The ship cast anchor a quarter of a German mile from the shore, the water being fifteen fathoms deep. In the Andamans and Nicobars The Narrative of a Cruise in the Schooner "Terrapin" 2011-06-30T02:00:24.487Z
Jamie confided to me he should cast anchor there for a time, his second book having been accepted by a good publisher in that city. A Cry in the Wilderness 2011-06-01T02:00:28.933Z
So when I arrived here, I found he had cast anchor in Minton; and we have kept together ever since. Roland Graeme: Knight A Novel of Our Time 2011-05-30T02:00:12.077Z
It was the 26th day of September that the General Armstrong cast anchor there. Yankee Ships and Yankee Sailors: Tales of 1812 2011-05-19T02:00:07.643Z
Here, however, on the day in question, three centuries ago, a fleet of seventy Flemish and Spanish sail cast anchor. The International Monthly, Volume 3, No. 3, June, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:14.897Z
At last they came in sight of the harbor, but were compelled to cast anchor, the heave and swell of the ocean were so tumultuous. Silent Struggles 2011-05-05T02:00:16.850Z
During these days the ships remained in the same positions as they had taken up when they had cast anchor. The Golden Galleon BEING A NARRATIVE OF THE ADVENTURES OF MASTER GILBERT OGLANDER, AND OF HOW, IN THE YEAR 1591, HE FOUGHT UNDER THE GALLANT SIR 2011-04-25T02:00:10.333Z
Indeed I wondered if she had cast anchor, so still she was; yet how cast anchor in so many fathoms of water? The Great Captain: A Story of the Days of Sir Walter Raleigh 2011-04-19T02:00:15.690Z
After cruising about for a week, we cast anchor at the mouth of the Xibara harbour, which lies near the eastern extremity of Cuba. Tales from Blackwood Volume 9 2011-04-15T02:00:18.057Z
The "Wild Cat" cast anchor close to the "Heron," and Harry and Hake Moss came ashore and heartily greeted Rank. The Second String 2011-04-08T02:00:07.383Z
The Niña passed safely through the storm, however, and on March 15th, after an absence of nearly seven and a half months, cast anchor in the harbor of Palos. American Leaders and Heroes A preliminary text-book in United States History 2011-04-03T02:00:17.547Z
And a little more than an hour after they had cast anchor, they saw a man who stood on the land over against them. The Chronicle of the Discovery and Conquest of Guinea Vol. I 2011-04-02T02:00:10.597Z
We reached Memphis during the night and cast anchor in the river, landing early in the morning. All the Days of My Life: An Autobiography The Red Leaves of a Human Heart 2011-03-31T02:00:16.763Z
Passing on into Lake Michigan, La Salle and his company cast anchor in Green Bay. The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volumes 1 to 4 2011-03-23T02:00:23.527Z
The "ship of the desert" had cast anchor, and so severe was the shock to my feeble body, that every atom of breath was knocked out of it. The Treasure of the Tigris A Tale of Mesopotamia 2011-03-22T02:00:16.873Z
There news of king and colony came in with every vessel that cast anchor at the wharves, and, as a result, the community was in a constant state of ferment. Joscelyn Cheshire A Story of Revolutionary Days in the Carolinas 2011-03-10T03:00:48.177Z
There was a stationer's just beyond and I cast anchor there, by a counter near the door set out with magazines. Miss Maitland Private Secretary 2011-03-08T03:00:39.100Z
By two o'clock we cast anchor in thirty fathoms. A Modern Buccaneer 2011-03-02T03:00:23.990Z
The master took in his sails, cast anchor, and waited for the end. The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec 2011-02-24T03:01:05.143Z
Here he cast anchor, and landed with his crew. The World and Its People: Book VII Views in Africa 2011-02-13T03:00:17.920Z
When he has dug the mine, he finds a countermine already prepared by the Count Duke——” None can tell when the magistrate would have cast anchor, if Don Roderick had not interrupted him. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z
The hardy seamen of New England had flung out the stars and stripes to every breeze, and cast anchor in the most remote regions where a paying cargo might be found. Cruise and Captures of the Alabama 2011-01-30T03:00:18.733Z
The captain and the men heaved a sigh of relief; that very night they would cast anchor in the port of Trieste. The Pobratim A Slav Novel 2011-01-11T03:00:27.460Z
Smith's plantation is historic ground,—the place where the Huguenots built a fort long before the Mayflower cast anchor in Cape Cod harbor. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z
On May fourth the Undaunted cast anchor in the harbor of Porto Ferrajo. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. IV. (of IV.) 2011-01-05T03:00:52.520Z
One of these foundered at sea; the others arrived out safely, and hardly had the Great Eastern cast anchor before they were alongside, ready to fill her bunkers. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z
What a pity," he murmured; "I should have liked to cast anchor here for some time, and might have got on with the old gentleman. The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. I. 2010-12-20T17:12:22.067Z
Then pretending to raise the siege, they left it, and embarked, casting anchor near the isle of Tenedos. Heathen Mythology
On the fourth day, we touched at Malta, but no one went on shore; and on the 26th of December, 1854, the "Valetta" cast anchor at Marseilles. A Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas
On the fifteenth Napoleon embarked on the Bellerophon, where he was received with all honors; next day the vessel sailed, and on the twenty-fourth she cast anchor in Torbay. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. IV. (of IV.) 2011-01-05T03:00:52.520Z
The Niagara arrived out on the fourteenth of May, and cast anchor off Gravesend, about twenty-five miles below London. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z
We followed in the wake of the frigate up Channel, and, on the 1st May, to our great joy, we cast anchor once more on the shores of Old England. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 10
And the good sailors and sergeants and esquires sprang out, and cast anchor, and fastened the ships with ropes; and they brought out their shields and saddles, and led forth the horses. Stories of the Olden Time (Historical Series—Book IV Part I)
We then cast anchor amid a group of islands, and there awaited the return of these brave fellows who had undertaken to risk their lives for our safety. A Lady's Captivity among Chinese Pirates in the Chinese Seas
At length, on the 12th of July 1771, they cast anchor in the Downs, and Cook and his companions were received with national acclamation. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 368, June 1846
But in a few hours the great hulls of the Niagara and the Agamemnon, followed by the Leopard and the Susquehanna, were seen in the horizon, and soon they all cast anchor in the bay. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z
On the other hand, the Natties had at once taken in sail, and cast anchor. Old Farm Fairies: A Summer Campaign In Brownieland Against King Cobweaver's Pixies
They arrived at the island St. Rose in January, 1699, cast anchor and applied for permission to enter the harbor of Pensacola. The History of Cuba, vol. 1
Within a year, lacking one day, after the Mayflower had cast anchor in Provincetown harbor, the Fortune had brought an accession of thirty-five souls, mostly men, who replaced the male losses of the first winter. William Bradford of Plymouth
We cast anchor in this spot Tuesday, December 16th. My First Campaign
As soon as these were completed, the Niagara left for Liverpool, and on the twenty-second of June cast anchor in the Mersey. The Story of the Atlantic Telegraph 2010-12-29T03:00:29.577Z
After a stormy passage of six months, the Sam Bento cast anchor in the bay of Goa. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. VIII
Departing therefore thence, they took their course towards the island Hispaniola, and arrived thither in eight days, casting anchor in a port called Isla de la Vaca, or Cow Island. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day
Things came to such a pass that, in the spring of 1726, an English squadron was sent to the Baltic and cast anchor before Reval. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt"
Making their way up Yeddo Bay, they at length cast anchor in the harbour of Yokohama. The Red Rat's Daughter
But Tom Elliot was my friend, and I cast anchor in this chair by special commission. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Volume I Historical, Traditionary, and Imaginative
The tradition is, as referred to in Campbell’s “Gertrude of Wyoming,” that there a Danish prince, who was foolhardy enough to cast anchor in it, lost his life.  The Cruise of the Elena or Yachting in the Hebrides
Keating and Bogue set sail with this precious document, and after a long and tedious voyage into the Pacific, they cast anchor off Cocos Island. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day
The Captain must positively cast anchor during the night, that we may have no more of this noise or motion, but sleep in peace and quietness till morning.” Holiday House A Series of Tales
But there was not a place where she could cast anchor, nor any safety in flight; the gale would outlast the night, and the village harbor was her best hope. Anne
They cast anchor near a little island called Tybee Island, where beautiful pine trees grew all along the shore. The Story of John Wesley Told to Boys and Girls
After some weary days and nights, we cast anchor in the harbor of Puerta Plata, and my husband came to the door of my stateroom crying, "Come out and see the great glory!" Reminiscences, 1819-1899
The Turkish armada steered for the south-eastern quarter of the island, and cast anchor in the port of St. Thomas. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2
Scarcely, however, had the ship cast anchor than a boat left her, and pulled rapidly to the shore. The White Chief of the Caffres
The squadron cast anchor in a spacious bay, and those who first arrived were the first to land. Hernando Cortez Makers of History
After this vessel had cast anchor, the captain, who was a person of quality, stepped on shore, announced his arrival to Cortes, and handed over to him a letter from the licentiate Zuazo. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain.
As soon as Barba had entered the harbour and cast anchor, Caballero went on board to pay his respects to him. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain.
So Belisarius ordered the Qu�stor Archelaus, who commands the fleet, not to venture as for as Carthage itself, but, after rounding the promontory, to cast anchor and wait further orders. The Scarlet Banner
We cast anchor for a day at Saint Helena, and I had an opportunity of visiting the most beautiful parts of that island. The White Chief of the Caffres
They were very unfortunate, and, after many disasters, these ships, their crews being almost in a famishing state, cast anchor at Vera Cruz. Hernando Cortez Makers of History
Frequently the fogs leave a ship no resource except to lie-to, or to cast anchor. Toilers of the Sea
In order to save ourselves from total destruction we cast anchor near the shore. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 1 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain.
On the evening of the same day the four immense ships cast anchor at the entrance of the harbour. A Struggle for Rome, Vol. 2 (of 3)
Lying snugly at anchor, the victors awaited the coming of the other unsuspecting schooner, let her cast anchor, bore down upon her, poured in a broadside, and took both schooners to Mackinac. The Story of the Trapper
Cortez, therefore, cast anchor, and taking a strong and well-armed party in the boats, ascended the shallow stream. Hernando Cortez Makers of History
The Durande passed close to a cutter which had cast anchor for safety. Toilers of the Sea
In the same hour that the ship cast anchor the largest of her boats was lowered, and manned by four and twenty well-armed Trinariots. The Lion of Janina The Last Days of the Janissaries
It was thus we felt, and after rounding the Point of Angels, and casting anchor in the Bay of Paradise, fancied ourselves quite in altissimo spirits, if not precisely in cielo. Los Gringos Or, An Inside View of Mexico and California, with Wanderings in Peru, Chili, and Polynesia
One day, just as the Doctor had cast anchor between two little islands far out at sea, a little rowboat came to him from a small Welsh brigantine. Grenfell: Knight-Errant of the North
The day brightened up, but the wind blew strong; so, not being able to discover landmarks, we cast anchor for the night. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment
To cast anchor would have been equally useless: they were stuck fast. Toilers of the Sea
Shortly after this the ship cast anchor at Chilkat and Pyramid Harbor, our two highest points in Alaska waters, about latitude 59° 12′ north. With the World's Great Travellers, Volume 1
As she cast anchor near the mole and threw out her gang-plank, the rowers were forced to club back the multitude which crowded forward eager to board the ship. Sónnica
On the fourteenth day after leaving Pernambuco, the brig cast anchor off the island of Cayenne.  Wanderings in South America
I would cast anchor here, and go ashore for twenty years and see the manners of the place. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 24 (of 25)
The Creole was pursued by the Pizarro, a Spanish war vessel, which steamed into the harbor just as she cast anchor. The United States and Latin America
He finally came up to the house in splendid style, and cast anchor on the opposite sidewalk to take an observation. The Witches of New York
The big ship sailed majestically through the narrows, cast anchor and fired a salute. A Prince of Good Fellows
The Moltke cast anchor in the harbor of Valetta about six o'clock on the morning of the twenty-first of February. A Trip to the Orient The Story of a Mediterranean Cruise
The gallant sailor before another week had passed, after her father's expostulations, had cast anchor in the Thames—and without difficulty found the residence of Mr. Williams. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 5 November 1848
Not one of the eleven resident traders came to town, no captain cast anchor in the lagoon, but we saw him ere the hour was out. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 18 (of 25)
The course was changed, the vessel's bow turned westward, and after a few days' sail he cast anchor in the black waters at the mouth of the great gorge of the Saguenay. Marguerite De Roberval A Romance of the Days of Jacques Cartier
At what seems to be a long distance from the shore the great ship will cast anchor and send out its rowboats filled with passengers, mail, and provisions. Stories Pictures Tell Book Four
The rowers go toward the island till the whole length of the cable is out, then cast anchor and return to the ship. Timar's Two Worlds
Some hours later the transport cast anchor in the lovely bay. A Little Dusky Hero
After many vicissitudes he at length nearly attained the object of his desire, for his ship reached the Thames and cast anchor below London Bridge. A History of the English Church in New Zealand
When the ship cast anchor, Cartier was one of the first to reach her, and, hurrying on board, he warmly embraced his friend. Marguerite De Roberval A Romance of the Days of Jacques Cartier
He had a favourable voyage, and on Good Friday, March 25, 1513, he cast anchor in the harbour of Aden. Rulers of India: Albuquerque
The vessel casts anchor in mid-stream: the towing-rope is brought on board; to its end a second anchor is attached and placed in the boat. Timar's Two Worlds
Commodore Preble now sailed to Sicily, and cast anchor in the harbor of Syracuse. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools
Two days later the expedition reached its destination, and the Active cast anchor off the Bay of Rangihoua. A History of the English Church in New Zealand
Mark me, Iseult, I had not meant to speak, But now I must: a servant of King Mark's Spoke lately of that ship we saw sail in And then cast anchor 'neath Tintagel's walls. The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature
And when the brigantine had sailed away in advance to Goa, the vessel proceeded to cast anchor on the bar, on Saturday night, the fifteenth day of the month of December. Rulers of India: Albuquerque
When the vessel is close up to the anchor, they put the other in the boat, row forward, cast anchor again, and haul up as before. Timar's Two Worlds
A bomb vessel casts anchor about a mile from the fort. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools
Sailing past Bertragh Castle, the three ships went on up the bay and cast anchor. Nuala O'Malley
Nobody wants for nothin’ there, an’ once a man casts anchor there he’s in safe haven for the rest of his days. A Sunny Little Lass
Influenced by these considerations, and the arguments of Timoja, Albuquerque altered the direction of his armament and cast anchor off Goa harbour. Rulers of India: Albuquerque
The "St. Barbara" had cast anchor before the island, and awaited the approaching boat, in which were three armed men—two with muskets and bayonets—besides two rowers and the steersman. Timar's Two Worlds
We had sailed up a deep bay, and cast anchor in a fine large harbor of the exactest horseshoe shape. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 15, No. 91, May, 1865
A hundred yards from shore, Fred ran down the sail and the boat drifted in with its own momentum, while Lester took soundings cautiously to find the best place to cast anchor. The Rushton Boys at Treasure Cove Or, The Missing Chest of Gold
It worked with the sailors, casting anchor, reefing sails, &c., and doing its full share of work faithfully. Happy Days for Boys and Girls
It was noon when they cast anchor in the Riverhead Inlet. Captain Pott's Minister
At two this morning we left Cagliari; at five cast anchor here. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson, Volume 9
Columbus made signal for the ships to cast anchor and the boats to be manned and armed. Eighth Reader
On the 29th of November the Reprisal cast anchor in Quiberon Bay. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series
There, at the mouth of the river named Rupert in honour of their patron prince, the traders cast anchor on September 25. The "Adventurers of England" on Hudson Bay A Chronicle of the Fur Trade in the North (Volume 18 of the Chronicles of Canada)
Every ship arriving in her states’ harbour could, according to that law, cast anchor but at one hundred fathoms deep, and he who violated the said law was put to death without pity or remorse. Adventures in the Philippine Islands
During this conversation we had come as near to Khabarova as we dared venture, and at seven in the evening cast anchor in about 3 fathoms of water. Farthest North Being the Record of a Voyage of Exploration of the Ship 'Fram' 1893-1896 Vol. I
Sailing a circuitous route, they did not reach the coast of America until January 13, 1733, when they cast anchor in Rebellion Roads, and furled their sails at last in the harbor of Charleston. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13
But after being buffeted by winds and waves for fourteen dreary days, the little vessel cast anchor in the harbor of Boston. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series
After some months’ voyage they arrived safely at the place to which they were bound, and cast anchor. The Russian Garland being Russian Folk Tales
We had scarcely cast anchor when a whole fleet of large and small boats pushed off from the shore and sailed towards us. Hair Breadth Escapes Perilous incidents in the lives of sailors and travelers in Japan, Cuba, East Indies, etc., etc.
So, at an appointed time, King Volsung and his ten stalwart sons set off to the kingdom of Siggeir with three brave ships; and after a fair voyage they cast anchor late one eventide. Told by the Northmen: Stories from the Eddas and Sagas
At four o'clock in the afternoon we cast anchor in Sleupe Harbor, named for one Admiral Sleupe, of whom I know just this, that a harbor in Labrador, Lat. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 86, December, 1864
Exhausted, drenched and hungry, they cast anchor near the Long Island shore, where a bend in the land afforded them slight protection while still they were in great danger. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series
There they cast anchor, and went into the city to follow their business; whilst Bova went on shore, and wandered about, playing on the lute. The Russian Garland being Russian Folk Tales
The wind appearing favorable, his officer found us ready to depart; but the wind changing, it was necessary to cast anchor again, after it had been already weighed. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. IX
August 18th, Mount Britannia was sighted through the mist, and the next day the Forward cast anchor in Northumberland Bay. The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras
The Captain came across the street, waving his newspaper, and saying, “So you’ve cast anchor in the old port, ma’am?” An Encore
After a voyage of eighty days, the ship cast anchor before Philadelphia. Benjamin Franklin A Picture of the Struggles of Our Infant Nation One Hundred Years Ago American Pioneers and Patriots Series
When adrift in an unmanageable boat cast anchor and wait for assistance. How Girls Can Help Their Country
And even if he find it I fear he too often has no desire to cast anchor there. The Empire of the East
Let one imagine rock instead of ice, verdure instead of snow, and the sea again liquid, and the brig would have quietly cast anchor in a pretty bay, sheltered from the fiercest blasts. The Voyages and Adventures of Captain Hatteras
On the 30th of June the brig cast anchor in that port. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories
Within a short time a British man-of-war moved up the Potomac, and cast anchor in full view of Mount Vernon. From Farm House to the White House The life of George Washington, his boyhood, youth, manhood, public and private life and services
"Now the Saints be praised," he said to himself as he cast anchor, "for the Princess is safe, let happen what may on our return voyage." Tales From Scottish Ballads
They drew in, steering by Job's soundings, and by the time the watch changed were ready to cast anchor in a small sandy bay. The Black Buccaneer
We had just passed the mouth of this river and cast anchor when, to our surprise and dismay, we encountered a severe storm, and during the night dragged anchor for about twenty miles. As I Remember Recollections of American Society during the Nineteenth Century
Already the crew were preparing to cast anchor. A Winter Amid the Ice and Other Thrilling Stories
We neared Rosario about sunset, and at last cast anchor. Our Home in the Silver West A Story of Struggle and Adventure
The moment the steamer cast anchor the signal of two lanterns was raised, one at the foremast head and the other at the mizzen-mast head, which signal was instantly responded to from the shore. Louis Philippe Makers of History Series
He was not obsequious to his friend's sober advice, but for her sake altered his condition, and cast anchor here. Highways and Byways in Surrey
The Commander, having heard rumor of my dangers on Tanna, kindly came on shore as soon as the ship cast anchor, with two boats, and a number of his officers and men, so far armed. The Story of John G. Paton Or Thirty Years Among South Sea Cannibals
At this time the Spanish armament had not reached the city; it cast anchor on the 16th of August. The American Quarterly Review, No. 17, March 1831
Towards evening the great open bay of Awomori came into view, and in a short time we had entered it, and cast anchor opposite a small town, built on a level grassy plain. In Eastern Seas Or, the Commission of H.M.S. 'Iron Duke,' flag-ship in China, 1878-83
“It is the lieutenant of a ship that has cast anchor here, Huggins,” said the gentleman addressed agitatedly. Hunting the Skipper The Cruise of the "Seafowl" Sloop
After casting anchor, we went on shore, preceded by one of the interpreters, who carried a bass-viol in his hand. Niels Klim's journey under the ground being a narrative of his wonderful descent to the subterranean lands; together with an account of the sensible animals and trees inhabiting the planet Nazar and the firmament.
The Lord, however, restored him; and we cast anchor safely in the East India Docks, at London, on 26th August, 1863, having been three months and ten days at sea from port to port. The Story of John G. Paton Or Thirty Years Among South Sea Cannibals
At the end of the sixth day we cast anchor at the Peninsula of Aden, a rocky, isolated spot held by English troops, and very properly called the Gibraltar of the Indian Ocean. Foot-prints of Travel or, Journeyings in Many Lands
"I was flayed badly enough the last time the Black Swan cast anchor before Croye, and I am not paying between rent-days." The Doomsman
Opposite the place where the ship cast anchor was a fissure in the rock, and halfway up was what looked like a mere grassy bank. The True Story Book
They then sailed on into the west, and on March 22 arrived on the south side of Trinidad, casting anchor on the north shore of the Serpent's Mouth. Raleigh
One morning, three or four vessels entered our Harbor and cast anchor in Port Resolution. The Story of John G. Paton Or Thirty Years Among South Sea Cannibals
Hardly had we cast anchor when the ship was surrounded by innumerable canoes. Two Years with the Natives in the Western Pacific
By six o'clock that evening we were at Santubong, and cast anchor a short distance from the shore, but were soon left high and dry on the sands by the receding tide. On the Equator
Mrs. Dalton retired to her berth, which was in the state cabin; and Flora lay awake for several hours, pondering over their conversation, until the morning broke, and the steamer cast anchor off Newhaven. Flora Lyndsay or, Passages in an Eventful Life
He casts anchor every seven years, and to woo a woman comes ashore. The Wagnerian Romances
It was 5.30 P. M. when we cast anchor, and the gates closed at 6 o'clock. The Story of John G. Paton Or Thirty Years Among South Sea Cannibals
They brought their ship up into the lake and cast anchor. The Discovery of America Vol. 1 (of 2) with some account of Ancient America and the Spanish Conquest
Arrived off the village, we cast anchor for the night off the fort, and at the mouth of the Kanowit stream. On the Equator
One after another the vessels gave it up, and each cast anchor The Voyage Alone in the Yawl "Rob Roy"
As soon as he was arrived and had cast anchor there came on board of him a canoe, in which were several Englishmen who had formerly been well acquainted with Kid. Great Pirate Stories
In a short time after, George being then about fourteen years of age, a British man-of-war moved up the Potomac, and cast anchor in full view of Mount Vernon. The Farmer Boy, and How He Became Commander-In-Chief
Instead of that, the galleons sailed for a narrow strait in the harbor—followed by the rest of the Spanish fleet—and cast anchor just under the stout fortress of Puntal. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure
Three weeks later the French and English fleets cast anchor in the entrance to the Dardanelles. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three)
On the morning of the 24th of September we hove in sight of the Table Mountain, but it was not until the 26th that we cast anchor in Simon's Bay. Borneo and the Indian Archipelago with drawings of costume and scenery
We had no sooner cast anchor than several boats came alongside rowed by Indians, who offered us potatoes, cabbage, fish, and water, in exchange for tobacco. Travels in Peru, on the Coast, in the Sierra, Across the Cordilleras and the Andes, into the Primeval Forests
Rest now with thine aged father awhile; bear him company until he sails into the great distance, casts anchor, furls sails, in a peaceful haven.' Saronia A Romance of Ancient Ephesus
So two big Italian warships sailed up upon either side of the Saint George, ran out their guns, and cast anchor. Famous Privateersmen and Adventurers of the Sea Their rovings, cruises, escapades, and fierce battling upon the ocean for patriotism and for treasure
Captain Morgan, as was said, having cast anchor before this island, bought of the inhabitants sheep, lambs, and wood, for all his fleet. The Pirates of Panama or, The Buccaneers of America; a True Account of the Famous Adventures and Daring Deeds of Sir Henry Morgan and Other Notorious Freebooters of the Spanish Main
After a fortunate voyage of forty days, the Uranie cast anchor at the entrance of the Bay of Sharks on the 12th September. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
Several whalers, which for some days vainly endeavored to work through this passage, were afterwards obliged to direct their course northward, and to cast anchor in Valivia. Travels in Peru, on the Coast, in the Sierra, Across the Cordilleras and the Andes, into the Primeval Forests
At mid-day we entered the Dardanelles, and several hours afterwards, we cast anchor between Sestos and Abydos, before a small white town, containing no remarkable objects. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 380, June, 1847
They were now in Dutch territory; and, passing by some Dutch steamers and vessels of war, cast anchor near the town of Sourabaya. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 62, Number 385. November, 1847.
The ships reached the Isle of Orleans by the end of the month; and, casting anchor, possession was taken. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History
He touched at Monterey, San Francisco, San-Blas, and Valparaiso, doubled Cape Horn, cast anchor at Rio de Janeiro, and finally arrived off Spithead on the 21st October. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
After a voyage of 99 days we cast anchor on Sunday the 5th of June, in the Bay of San Carlos. Travels in Peru, on the Coast, in the Sierra, Across the Cordilleras and the Andes, into the Primeval Forests
At length land was really seen, and after a run of fourteen days, they cast anchor in the harbour of Halifax. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 380, June, 1847
As the gray dawn began to break, she passed under the quarter of the "Minnesota," and cast anchor. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2
The tug went only a short distance out into the stream, then cast anchor for the night. Uncle Sam's Boys as Lieutenants or, Serving Old Glory as Line Officers
From Pisang the corvette made her way among islands, till then scarcely known, to Rawak, where she cast anchor at noon on the 16th of December. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
A packet bound to Panama had permission to touch at Huacho, without casting anchor, as she had to convey political prisoners under sentence of transportation to Panama. Travels in Peru, on the Coast, in the Sierra, Across the Cordilleras and the Andes, into the Primeval Forests
After some days' sailing, the vessel which carried them cast anchor near an island where they were to land and exchange merchandise. Eastern Tales by Many Story Tellers
With her prisoners stowed away in all available places about her decks, the "Alabama" headed for Jamaica, and cast anchor in the harbor of Port Royal. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2
Monday, September 8th, we cast anchor near the mole of Seville, and discharged all the artillery. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09
He then surveyed a small portion of the coast of Yezo, naming the chief irregularities, and cast anchor near the southernmost promontory of the island, at the entrance to the Straits of La P�rouse. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
It was about ten o’clock of a sunny morning that the Fort Salisbury cast anchor off Teneriffe, preparatory to undergoing the process known as coaling. Antony Gray,—Gardener
Thinking it might be a good plan to cast anchor over night, they attempted to do so. The Rover Boys in Southern Waters or The Deserted Steam Yacht
A large flotilla of frigates, schooners, sloops, and bomb-ketches entered the Patapsco River on the morning of the 12th, and, casting anchor out of the reach of the fort's guns, opened a furious fire. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2
On Saturday we cast anchor in the roads of Leghorn. Diaries of Sir Moses and Lady Montefiore, Volume I Comprising Their Life and Work as Recorded in Their Diaries From 1812 to 1883
In order to turn to account the winter season, Beechey visited San Francisco and cast anchor yet again off Honolulu in the Sandwich Islands. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
Held by the anchor; also the act of having cast anchor. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc.
Schmaltz and Lachaumareys whose boats were sufficiently well provisioned, scouted the advice or their subalterns, and ordered them to cast anchor till the following morning. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities.
Nothing daunted, the British flagship came on grandly, making no reply, and seeking only to cast anchor alongside the "Saratoga," and fight it out yard-arm to yard-arm. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2
At five o'clock we cast anchor in the bay, pretty close to Syra. Diaries of Sir Moses and Lady Montefiore, Volume I Comprising Their Life and Work as Recorded in Their Diaries From 1812 to 1883
After doubling Cape Horn, Bligh cast anchor in the Bay of Matavai, where he shipped a cargo of breadfruit-trees, proceeding thence to Ramouka, one of the Tonga Isles, for more of the same valuable growth. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
The fastness of the flukes on the ground; also the act of having cast anchor, and taken the ground. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc.
During a fine night, some of the transports, worked within the Gut, but Captain Nicholls, and Captain Johnson of the Parnassus, cast anchor without it. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities.
The fleet being unable to enter the harbour, on account of a contrary wind, was obliged to cast anchor outside. A New Voyage Round the World, in the years 1823, 24, 25, and 26, Vol. 2
Had some Spanish or French vessels cast anchor here? Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
The commander now visited the Paumatou group, Otaheite, the Society and Navigator's Islands, and cast anchor off Sydney on the 28th November. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
When Cork, or rather the Cove of Cork, now called Queenstown, was reached and the Solebay cast anchor, the rumor spread through the cove that a number of American rebels were on board. The Hero of Ticonderoga or Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys
To cast anchor would have rendered the ship an easy prey to the underwater craft. The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force, 1915-19, Vol. I Egypt, Gallipoli, Lemnos Island, Sinai Peninsula
We see this even in Pindar, who speaks of his heroes as casting anchor on the summit of happiness. The International Monthly, Volume 3, No. 1, April, 1851
After a necessary delay at the latter place, and at the Cape of Good Hope, Rogers cast anchor in the Downs upon the 1st of October. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
On the 20th June he cast anchor off Malemb�, on the shores of the Congo, in lat. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
He cast anchor in the outer roadstead on 27th August, and landed 1,500 men near Fort Lamalgue, east of the town. William Pitt and the Great War
“We’ll cast anchor yonder where the holding ground is good,” I explained. The Lady and the Pirate Being the Plain Tale of a Diligent Pirate and a Fair Captive
The frigate at last cast anchor opposite Freetown, and Jack and Adair were allowed with several of the officers to go on shore. The Three Midshipmen
Reaching Sumatra, he explored the coast and cast anchor at Batavia, the principal seat of Dutch power in the East Indies, on the 20th November. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
I would specially recommend a fine little harbour, some miles to the south of the place, where the captain cast anchor. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
He sacked Reggio, burnt and massacred elsewhere on the coast without opposition, cast anchor at the mouth of the Tiber and if he had chosen could have sacked Rome and taken the Pope captive. A History of Sea Power
Shipmen cast anchor on him, and make a fire on him. Early English Meals and Manners
Ten days later Columbus cast anchor before the Great Canary Island, where the rudder of the caravel was repaired. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World
On the 23rd of March she cast anchor in French Bay, where she was joined on the morrow by the two Spanish vessels, which had been much tried by the tempest. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
On the 17th February the two corvettes once more cast anchor off Hobart's Town, and on the 25th set sail again for New Zealand, where they completed the hydrographical surveys of the Uranie. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part III. The Great Explorers of the Nineteenth Century
The ships sailed up this inlet for several miles, when they cast anchor. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries
After eighteen days we cast anchor in St. Thomas harbor, and pleasant as our voyage had been we were glad to see land. Bidwell's Travels, from Wall Street to London Prison Fifteen Years in Solitude
On the 10th of March the expedition cast anchor before the Island of Mozambique, where, as Gama learnt through his Arab interpreters, there were several merchants of Mahometan extraction, who carried on trade with India. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World
The Resolution cast anchor in Matavai Bay on the 22nd of April, and their reception was as friendly as had been anticipated. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
“Such a place as I’ve often thought of casting anchor in for life.” The Wild Man of the West A Tale of the Rocky Mountains
As before stated, he cast anchor, and with his first broadside had laid half the crew of the Saratoga low. The Rise of Canada, from Barbarism to Wealth and Civilisation Volume 1
We cast anchor; some officials arrived and demanded a clean bill of health. Fragments of science, V. 1-2
Each night he cast anchor, that he might not be driven far from the shore, and at length reached that eastern extremity of the coast where it ends abruptly in the Cape Gracias a Dios. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World
However, as the vessels had cast anchor, the captain had the sails furled, took in the topmasts, and unrigged the mizzen mast of the Resolution, in order to allow of repairs. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
The next land visited was Tasmania, where the vessels cast anchor on the east side of the island. Essays on early ornithology and kindred subjects
They ran back to the land, cast anchor, remained two days in a dead calm, when suddenly a tropical tempest arose, which was almost a tornado. The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions, in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes, and Rivers, of the New World, and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes, Two Hundred Years Ago
You may cast anchor at any of those, and lie secure. The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning
This latter proposition was adopted; but when they approached the shores of Great Britain, the land proved so attractive to his men, that Hudson was obliged, on November 7th, to cast anchor at Dartmouth. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World
No incident occurred during the cruise, and the two vessels cast anchor in Frederick Henry Bay. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
On the 18th cast anchor in Warsaw Sound, eight miles from Savannah; and on the 20th the Regiment went up to the city on river boats, and were quartered in the Central Railroad Depot. History of the 159th Regiment, N.Y.S.V.
The seamen therefore cast anchor, to consider what was to be done. The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions, in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes, and Rivers, of the New World, and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes, Two Hundred Years Ago
On the 14th day after leaving Pernambuco, the brig cast anchor off the island of Cayenne. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure
A few days afterwards the rich and salubrious plains of Melinda came in sight, and here they cast anchor. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World
Carried onwards by the currents, the vessels were soon in sight of the mountains of New Caledonia, and anchored in Balade harbour, where Captain Cook had cast anchor in 1774. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
His hopes were that she would cast anchor a mile or two from land, and that in the darkness he would be able to run the gauntlet and get past her. Ran Away to Sea
The next day after the Joli cast anchor, all the ship's company was assembled for divine worship, to return thanks to God for their prosperous voyage. The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions, in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes, and Rivers, of the New World, and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes, Two Hundred Years Ago
They cast anchor and let down their sails, and before all was shipshape a boat came rowing out to them, with a man in the stern in a blue cloak. Gudrid the Fair A Tale of the Discovery of America
After remaining for three days in this enchanting place, the Frenchmen continued to follow the coast northwards, sailing by day and casting anchor at night. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World
After forty-eight days' navigation, Byron perceived the coast of Africa, and cast anchor three days later in Table Bay. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
She had given up, and cast anchor at about two miles’ distance from the river’s mouth, there to await a change in the wind, or the light of another day. Ran Away to Sea
On the 4th of December, they cast anchor in a sheltered bay of the beautiful Island of Pines, but a few miles south of the Cuban coast. The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions, in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes, and Rivers, of the New World, and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes, Two Hundred Years Ago
Leif then said that they would tow up the river and cast anchor in the lake, and that was done when they had made their meal. Gudrid the Fair A Tale of the Discovery of America
Thus it came to pass," says he very humourously, "that after having cast anchor at Guaham, Swan embraced him and said: 'Ah Dampier, you would have made them but a sorry meal.' Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part I. The Exploration of the World
It was consequently impossible to cast anchor, or to use the capstan. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
We use the same terms as the ancients, to cast anchor or weigh anchor, whence the latter term is equivalent to set sail. How Britannia Came to Rule the Waves Updated to 1900
Touching at various places, they cast anchor off Sierra Leone on the 30th of August. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold
But on the morning of the third day they saw land ahead, and came within reach of it, and cast anchor in a broad bay. Gudrid the Fair A Tale of the Discovery of America
At last they reached the vessel, pulled well to windward, cast anchor, and eased off the cable, until they passed her stern and got under her lee. Saved by the Lifeboat
On the 6th of July Bougainville cast anchor on the southern coast of New Ireland, which had been discovered by Schouten, in Port Praslin, at the very point where Carteret had stopped. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
The Avenger cast anchor in the harbour of the Isle of Palms on the morning of her fifth day out; the Wasp sighted the island on the evening of the same day. Gascoyne, the Sandal-Wood Trader
On the 2nd of August he cast anchor near the south-west portion of Trinidad. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold
If you could cast anchor by one never yet trodden by the foot of man, so much the better.” Jack at Sea All Work and no Play made him a Dull Boy
Instead of attacking the leading ship—the Guerrier—outside, he sailed round her bows, passed between her and the shore, and cast anchor. The Battle and the Breeze
As soon, however, as the Resolution and Discovery had cast anchor in Ouai Mea Bay, Cook had himself taken on shore. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
How say you, Bumpus; could you make up your mind to cast anchor here for a year or so?” Gascoyne, the Sandal-Wood Trader
Smeaton, agreeing with them, lay-to the whole of the 24th, and then, casting anchor, debated whether it were better to make for the coast of France or try to reach the Scilly Islands. The Story of the Rock
He cast anchor on the 8th of October in a bay near the mouth of a small river about half a league from shore. The Cannibal Islands Captain Cook's Adventure in the South Seas
The day that followed this event continued calm, but towards evening a light breeze sprang up, and before midnight the Snowflake cast anchor in the harbour of Bergen. Chasing the Sun
The vessels had scarcely cast anchor before the English noticed a change in the conduct of the natives. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
When you are there you see the city lying directly before you; and so you sail into the bay before the town, and cast anchor. Journal of Jasper Danckaerts, 1679-1680
After coasting along some way, we cast anchor in Port-Royal Harbour, about five miles from Kingston. Old Jack
Noon had not struck before the “Dolphin” cast anchor within hail of the “Maria,” and made so free as to claim her for a prize! Captain Canot or, Twenty Years of an African Slaver
But when Lord Howard drew off to recruit himself, the Armada gathered her forces together, went forward, and cast anchor on the 27th in Calais Roads. Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada
It was impossible to cast anchor until seven days later. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
It was294 about nine o'clock at night when we started; but as it was so calm we came outside without casting anchor, having a full moon and delightful weather. Journal of Jasper Danckaerts, 1679-1680
Picking our path to within a safe distance of the glacier, we cast anchor and were free to go our ways for a whole glorious day. Over the Rocky Mountains to Alaska
On its way the squadron cast anchor off the Province of Ilocos Sur, where a few troops were sent ashore to get provisions. The Philippine Islands
He tried hard to cast anchor at Gravelines; but Lord Howard forced him away. Clare Avery A Story of the Spanish Armada
The two vessels cast anchor in Carteret Bay, and the crews were established upon Cocoa Island. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
Schmaltz and Lachaumareys, whose boats were sufficiently well provisioned, scouted the advice of their subalterns, and ordered them to cast anchor till the following morning. Perils and Captivity Comprising The sufferings of the Picard family after the shipwreck of the Medusa, in the year 1816; Narrative of the captivity of M. de Brisson, in the year 1785; Voyage of Madame Godin along the river of the Amazons, in the year 1770.
On the next day, the king entered the mouth of the Seine, and cast anchor before a place called Kidecaus, about three miles from Harfleur, where he proposed landing.” King Henry the Fifth Arranged for Representation at the Princess's Theatre
In and out among the black reefs they wound, and shortly after two o'clock in the afternoon cast anchor in the harbor, and were soon ashore. The Enchanted Island
We steered for the leeward of the island, and when we reached the sound separating it from the main land we came into smooth water where we cast anchor. The Land of the Long Night
Upon the 3rd of May the two vessels once more cast anchor in Coupang Port, Timor Island. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
After proceeding down the stream about twelve miles, the fleet cast anchor near the northern shore, and a foraging party was sent out towards Upsala for provisions. The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa
Soon the shipmen cast anchor in a wide sheltered cove beneath a castle which stood on a high rock beside a fair town. King Arthur's Knights The Tales Re-told for Boys & Girls
They cast anchor and decided not to leave the ship until morning. The Enchanted Island
It pleased God to preserve us, but we did not cast anchor in Milford Haven till Tuesday morning, the 22nd, at one o’clock. A Tour in Ireland 1776-1779
Finally, he regained the coast of Chili; and cast anchor opposite the island of Mocha, which he found deserted. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
Accompanied by Agamemnon and the sage Nestor, the fleet set sail for the island of Tenedos, where they cast anchor, anxiously awaiting the torch signal to hasten back to the Trojan coast. Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome
Rhett accepted the command; and when the attacking party cast anchor some miles below the city, and landed their shore forces, he weighed anchor, and set out to attack them. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
If they advance some steps, as soon as the sea is ruffled they are dejected; they cast anchor, and often desist from the prosecution of the voyage. The Autobiography of Madame Guyon
It was on the day that they cast anchor that Condor for the first time put in an appearance at mess. At Aboukir and Acre A Story of Napoleon's Invasion of Egypt
He steered for the north-west, and upon the 19th of September, after a voyage which was too fortunate to supply any incidents, he cast anchor in the Tinian harbour. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
At length the ships cast anchor, the boats were lowered, and Columbus, clad in rich scarlet and carrying in his hand the royal banner of Spain, was taken ashore. Discoverers and Explorers
A rocket sent up from the fort announced the victory to the "Providence," and she came in and cast anchor near the fort. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
We left for Malta, which was reached in two days, and cast anchor in the harbor of Valetta, the capital. A Fantasy of Mediterranean Travel
We didn't cast anchor but got into a cockleshell of a small dinghy and rowed ashore under the cliffs, where we were met by de Lisle. Gallipoli Diary, Volume 2
As, however, Cook was passing Fort Santa Cruz on leaving the bay, two shots were fired after him, whereupon he immediately cast anchor, and demanded the meaning of the insult. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
One day, to the inexpressible surprise and joy of the islanders, a large vessel was seen to pass through the narrow opening in the coral reef, and cast anchor in the lagoon. The Madman and the Pirate
The inhabitants of the little fishing village were electrified to see the "Providence" cast anchor in the harbor, and, lowering her boats, send two crews of armed sailors to seize the British craft. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
We lit right out for Madeira, and after a pleasant but uneventful voyage cast anchor in the harbor of Funchal, the capital, in less than nine days. A Fantasy of Mediterranean Travel
Preferring the latter course, even at the risk of losing our boat altogether, we cast anchor, and leaving a man in the boat, waded ashore. Hudson Bay
Two days later, the Endeavour cast anchor in Port Matavai, called Port Royal by Wallis, and where that captain had had a struggle with the natives, over whom, however, he had triumphed without much difficulty. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
We cast anchor on arriving—not being able to land, for as yet there was no land! Personal Reminiscences in Book Making and Some Short Stories
The breeze was fresh and fair; and all hands expected to cast anchor before night in the beautiful bay, oh the shores of which stands the chief city of the island of fruits and spices. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
The country off which they soon cast anchor was flat and overgrown with wood; and the strand far around consisted of white sand, and was very low towards the sea. The Norsemen in the West
The lifeboat cast anchor when within about forty fathoms, and veered down under her lee. Man on the Ocean A Book about Boats and Ships
He had scarcely cast anchor before the ship was surrounded by a crowd of pirogues, filled with bananas and every kind of fruit, which were exchanged for nails and old pieces of stuff. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
The best o’ baccy, Matt, for lunatics, which we was when we cast anchor on this island. The Lonely Island The Refuge of the Mutineers
It was about eleven o'clock on the night of the 27th of January, 1778, that the "Providence" cast anchor in a sheltered cove near the entrance to the harbor of New Providence. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
Here they cast anchor in such a position that by paying out cable they could veer down towards her slowly and endeavour to range up under her lee. The Lifeboat
Keeping well to windward, the coxswain cast anchor, and the bowman, taking a turn or two of the cable round the bollard, allowed the boat to drop down to the wreck, stern foremost. Jeff Benson, or the Young Coastguardsman
On the 23rd of June the Boussole and the Astrolabe cast anchor in a bay situated in 45° 13' N. lat. and 135° 9' E. long. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
Into it they succeeded in running the Bounty, and cast anchor. The Lonely Island The Refuge of the Mutineers
Barclay seemed to avoid the conflict; and, after some weeks' cruising, the Americans cast anchor at Put-in-Bay, and awaited there the appearance of the enemy. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
“Steady, so,” said a fat burly seaman, as he steered in obedience to these sailing directions, and finally “cast anchor” beside our two friends. The Lifeboat
“You’ve managed to get the ship off the ledge in a very creditable manner, and you mean to take her into the lagoon and cast anchor off the settlement?” The Island Queen
It was necessary to cast anchor in the evening, for it was impossible to proceed at night through this labyrinth of rocks without striking. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
In due course the vessel cast anchor off the town of San Francisco. The Golden Dream Adventures in the Far West
This essential was soon discovered at Nookaheevah, where the ships cast anchor in a fine harbor, which Porter straightway dubbed Massachusetts Bay. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
They ran into the bay, grazing a smooth rock in their passage, which caused the Fairy to tremble from stem to stern, and cast anchor close to a wooden jetty. Fort Desolation Red Indians and Fur Traders of Rupert's Land
Soon after this the troop-ship reached the end of her voyage, and cast anchor off the coast of Egypt, near the far-famed city of Alexandria. Blue Lights Hot Work in the Soudan
After taking the position of the Bashees, without stopping, La Perouse sighted the coast of China, and next day cast anchor in the roadstead of Macao. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century
On coming within about eighty yards of her they cast anchor and veered down under her lee. Battles with the Sea
The two hostile ships cast anchor within long gunshot of the Americans, and seemed prepared for a long season in port. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
Hence it fell out that the first vessel entered port on Sunday night, and the second cast anchor in the same port on Monday morning. The Red Eric
These two gentlemen have remarkably pretty wives, and wonderfully boisterous children, and the uproar which these children make when Molloy comes to cast anchor among them, is stupendous! Blue Lights Hot Work in the Soudan
“Now,” continued the captain, rubbing his hands and looking benignantly at Jessie, “I have settled the matter at last; fairly said good-bye to old Ocean, an’ fixed to cast anchor for good on the land.” The Young Trawler
For three years nothin’ but canoes hove in sight o’ that lonesome island; then, at last a brig came, and cast anchor offshore. The World of Ice
The frigate entered the harbor at once, and cast anchor; while the "Essex Junior" was ordered to cruise about outside, keeping a close watch for the enemy's ships. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
Some time after, the Relief—happily named—cast anchor a half-mile from land and two boats put off from her side. Adrift in the Wilds or, The Adventures of Two Shipwrecked Boys
Others made for their boats, which were ranged along on the shore; and in these, putting out a little distance, they cast anchor, and opened fire with their missiles upon the Romans. For the Temple A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem
The island where the waif from Mott Street cast anchor is called Randall's Island, and there its stay ends, or begins. Children of the Tenements
I opened it—the enclosure was one from O’Brien, who had just cast anchor at Spithead, and who had requested that the letter should be forwarded to me, if any one could tell my address. Peter Simple
On the 19th of June, the "Essex" with her satellites cast anchor in the harbor of Tumbez. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
The Utrecht arrived at the Cape, watered, and proceeded on her voyage, and, after two months of difficult navigation, cast anchor off Gambroon. The Phantom Ship
At sunset we had to cast anchor again, and lie tossing till three, and then went on well. Southern Arabia
About a fortnight after the return of the waggons to Cape Town, a free-trader cast anchor in Table Bay to take in water, and Alexander and the Major secured a passage in her to England. The Mission; or Scenes in Africa
Undismayed by Cartier's ill-success, he sailed up the St. Lawrence and cast anchor before Cap Rouge, the place which Cartier had fortified and abandoned. French Pathfinders in North America
Hardly had the ships cast anchor, when the governor came off in a boat to pay a formal visit. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
But what they could no longer doubt was that the unknown island before which the Speedy had cast anchor was inhabited, and that there was, perhaps, a numerous colony ready to defend it. The Secret of the Island
It is night before we cast anchor in a sheltered bay. The Cruise of the Mary Rose Here and There in the Pacific
Thus arranged, they sail into the Gulf; and, having arrived at the oyster banks, cast anchor and commence business. Mexico and its Religion With Incidents of Travel in That Country During Parts of the Years 1851-52-53-54, and Historical Notices of Events Connected With Places Visited
The lead-line betokened fifty fathoms where the frigate had cast anchor. The Three Lieutenants
Hardly had the "Essex" cast anchor, when the two British ships drew near, their actions plainly showing that they intended to attack the crippled frigate. The Naval History of the United States Volume 1
They reached the stone perch and cast anchor. Priscilla's Spies
The same breeze carried us along which had brought us across from Flanders, and at length we cast anchor close to the Tower. The Golden Grasshopper A story of the days of Sir Thomas Gresham
No; about three or four British vessels now fish on the grand banks, where hundreds once cast anchor. Canada and the Canadians, Vol. 2
He went ashore as soon as the dhow cast anchor, Stanley remaining on board. On the Irrawaddy A Story of the First Burmese War
The river soon grew broader and calmer, and in half an hour they came to the place where they were to remain, and cast anchor. For Fortune and Glory A Story of the Soudan War
Our repairs and refit being at last completed we set sail for Shanghai, casting anchor in the Yang-tse-kiang eight days exactly after our leaving Hongkong. Afloat at Last A Sailor Boy's Log of his Life at Sea
The tempest continued several days, and brought us before the port of an island, which the captain was very unwilling to enter, but we were obliged to cast anchor. The Arabian Nights Their Best-known Tales
Ten days later, they cast anchor off the village. At the Point of the Bayonet A Tale of the Mahratta War
The vessel happens to be carrying goods to Santiago, the capital of Chile, and casts anchor at its port town, Valparaiso. From Pole to Pole A Book for Young People
They had barely cast anchor, when Mr. Mole had been lowered in a boat, his intention being to come ashore, and get information, if possible, regarding the object of his cruise. Jack Harkaway's Boy Tinker Among The Turks Book Number Fifteen in the Jack Harkaway Series
Then small-pox broke out amongst them, and many died; the rest were more like skeletons than living men, when the Neptune at last cast anchor in Botany Bay. Chatterbox, 1905.
Zigzagging along the coast of Maine, Captain Fleury cast anchor off Mount Desert at Frenchman's Bay. Canada: the Empire of the North Being the Romantic Story of the New Dominion's Growth from Colony to Kingdom
Down near the docks they passed a birdshop before which Raft cast anchor almost forgetful of his companion. The Beach of Dreams
At dusk we cast anchor in the roadstead of Kobe, where the Tenyo Maru has to remain for twenty-four hours in order to take cargo on board. From Pole to Pole A Book for Young People
As soon as the vessel cast anchor, Mr. Hudson and his party landed, taking Reuben with them; and an hour later he found himself installed, as a guest, at the squatter's house. A Final Reckoning A Tale of Bush Life in Australia
We shall not meet again till the ships cast anchor in the Maese. The Blue Pavilions
They were in sight at early dawn, but it was ten o'clock when they furled their sails and cast anchor opposite the Fort, and some four or five hundred yards distant from it. Autographs for Freedom, Volume 2 (of 2) (1854)
Assisted by the northeastward pressure of the Gulf Stream, they made splendid progress, and that evening cast anchor behind Bimini, a tiny isle which rests like a jeweled feather on a summer sea. Around the World in Ten Days
On September 7th Menendez cast anchor in the River of Dolphins, the harbor of St. Augustine. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 10
It was a very high mountain, at the bottom of which we perceived a great town; having a fresh gale, we soon reached the harbor, and cast anchor. The Arabian Nights Entertainments
They are adepts at their art, and before the vessel has cast anchor at her berth, they have secured one or more men apiece for their houses.  Lights and Shadows of New York Life or, the Sights and Sensations of the Great City
Drake then stood away into the haven, out of shot of the shore guns, and cast anchor in the great open space, with the two pinnaces lying close together, one immediately ahead of the other. On the Spanish Main Or, Some English forays on the Isthmus of Darien.
Having spent Good Friday with his family, our captain, deeming further delay but loss of time, determined to cast anchor and sail for the coast of Ireland. Curlie Carson Listens In
Weighed anchor at once, steaming for Imbros, where we cast anchor at about 6 p.m. Gallipoli Diary, Volume I
The voyage lasted long enough to improve them in English, for they did not cast anchor at Tranquebar till the 8th of October. Pioneers and Founders or, Recent Workers in the Mission field
He was full of hope now, and the next day continued his p. 35progress up the river, and at nightfall cast anchor at Yonkers.  Lights and Shadows of New York Life or, the Sights and Sensations of the Great City
After a tedious voyage of twenty-seven days, the "Reindeer" cast anchor in Bridgetown. The Story of Paul Boyton Voyages on All the Great Rivers of the World
Blake, casting anchor before Leghorn, demanded and obtained from the duke of Tuscany reparation for some losses which the English commerce had formerly sustained from him. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part E. From Charles I. to Cromwell
The news had been signaled to the capital of the arrival of a ship from the Indies, and officials boarded her, as soon as she cast anchor. Under Drake's Flag A Tale of the Spanish Main
I'm going to cast anchor in this doorway until the mob gets past. Homeburg Memories
If he no longer desired to remain on the high seas, at least he could freely choose the harbour where he preferred to cast anchor. How Women Love (Soul Analysis)
Faithful to his instructions, they would have cast anchor about twenty miles from Carthage, if the more skilful had not represented the perils of the shore and the signs of an impending tempest. Gibbon
On arriving there, he heard that the Lizzie Anderson had just cast anchor off the fort. With Clive in India Or, The Beginnings of an Empire
But when the ship cast anchor in her port he stood still before it, a dark figure, a perfect silhouette outlined against a blazing background, and watched, while a boat was launched from the sloop. The Sun Of Quebec A Story of a Great Crisis
I now walked towards the beach, where I met the crew of a ship that had cast anchor, to take water. The Ontario Readers: Fourth Book
There was no need for urging them to haste—the outdoor wrappings were on in no time, and they ran down to the landing-stage just as the ship had cast anchor. The Empire Annual for Girls, 1911
They approached the skerry, and lowering their sail, cast anchor, and launched a second small boat, which they had brought with them. The Northmen, Columbus and Cabot, 985-1503
Among the stream of strangers there would be at least two home objects upon which she might occasionally cast anchor. A Popular Schoolgirl
Having remained in this uncomfortable state till midnight, the boats cast anchor and hoisted awnings. The Campaigns of the British Army at Washington and New Orleans 1814-1815
These details attended to, the Maggie II backed away from the dock under her own power and cast anchor off the quarantine station. Captain Scraggs or, The Green-Pea Pirates
Indeed, scarcely had they cast anchor in the open creek, when Mikak with her husband Tuglavina, and their son and daughter, came to them. The Moravians in Labrador
Karlsefni and his companions cast anchor, and lay there during their absence; and when they came again, one of them carried a bunch of grapes, and the other an ear of new-sown wheat. The Northmen, Columbus and Cabot, 985-1503
At early dawn the vessel was discovered bearing in shore; it was conjectured that it would cast anchor about five miles from land. The Last Man
Lowering sail, the Prince Rupert cast anchor opposite our fire; but darkness had gathered, and the English sent no boat ashore till morning. Heralds of Empire Being the Story of One Ramsay Stanhope, Lieutenant to Pierre Radisson in the Northern Fur Trade
They wait on the shore, and the vessel casts anchor. Georges Guynemer Knight of the Air
About one P.M. they cast anchor close to an encampment, containing fourteen families, some from a distant district called Rivektok. The Moravians in Labrador
The Admiral ordered the ships to cast anchor, and the boats were manned and armed. Days of the Discoverers
It came alongside a pier of mossy stones, and cast anchor. The Haunters & The Haunted Ghost Stories And Tales Of The Supernatural
At last, after much tacking and porting of helm, we navigated Polkimbra Hill and cast anchor before the "Lugger." Dead Man's Rock
So Olaf and his men tow their boat to the dip, cast anchor there. Laxdæla Saga Translated from the Icelandic
In the evening we cast anchor in three fathom about 3 miles from the land, having sailed 13 miles this day. The Part Borne by the Dutch in the Discovery of Australia 1606-1765
Being driven by the wind about a mile from the sand, there they cast anchor, and fell into discourse of the providences and goodness of God to them in this unhoped-for preservation. A Journal of the Swedish Embassy in the Years 1653 and 1654, Vol II.
They cast anchor at Cape St. Anthony on the west end of Cuba. Buccaneers and Pirates of Our Coasts
We had cast anchor, and I was reflecting on my next course of action when I heard my name called from under the ship's side. Dead Man's Rock
We cast anchor within a league of this creek, and our captain sent a dozen of his men well armed in the long-boat, with vessels for water, if any could be found. Gulliver's Travels Into Several Remote Regions of the World
Thus, serving the pirates as well as honest traders, the sloop Belinda feared not to sail the Gulf of Honduras or to cast anchor by the town of Belize. Kate Bonnet The Romance of a Pirate's Daughter
It draws attention to the anchors marked in the bay and says that in those places the ships cast anchor. The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea Being The Narrative of Portuguese and Spanish Discoveries in the Australasian Regions, between the Years 1492-1606, with Descriptions of their Old Charts.
They flew down and cast anchor in the courtyard. Old Peter's Russian Tales
At this time, the necessary number of our men were engaged aloft in furling sails, and on deck in hauling the braces, and other requisite employments, preparatory to casting anchor. The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 1
In the midst of his song, the Flying Dutchman's black-masted vessel with its red sails enters the cove, and casts anchor beside the Norwegian ship, although no one seems aware of its approach. Stories of the Wagner Opera
Turning southward, rounding the cape of Delaware, the Revenge ran up the bay, seeking some spot where she might take in water, casting anchor before a little town on the coast of New Jersey. Kate Bonnet The Romance of a Pirate's Daughter
Saavedra cast anchor here, and the natives came to the shore, waving a flag of peace; they were light-complexioned and tattooed. The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea Being The Narrative of Portuguese and Spanish Discoveries in the Australasian Regions, between the Years 1492-1606, with Descriptions of their Old Charts.
On his way to the southward a month later Doctor Grenfell again cast anchor at Big Bight. The Story of Grenfell of the Labrador A Boy's Life of Wilfred T. Grenfell
One of the cartels came and cast anchor by the side of our hulk. Biographies of Distinguished Scientific Men
Here we arrived without mishap, within three weeks after setting our course for this port, and cast anchor in a sheltered spot close to the shore. Adventures in Southern Seas A Tale of the Sixteenth Century
Next day the fleet cast anchor in the port of Orwell, and that same day the expedition was landed and marched to Walton, where it spent the first night on English soil. The History of England From the Accession of Henry III. to the Death of Edward III. (1216-1377)
The brigantine cast anchor near the coast, "in ten fathoms, stones and coral." The First Discovery of Australia and New Guinea Being The Narrative of Portuguese and Spanish Discoveries in the Australasian Regions, between the Years 1492-1606, with Descriptions of their Old Charts.
The next year after giving the boys the traps, Grenfell again cast anchor in Big Bight, and, as usual, rowed ashore to visit the Longs. The Story of Grenfell of the Labrador A Boy's Life of Wilfred T. Grenfell
I merely said that, so far as we have agreed as yet, My authority ceases an soon as we cast anchor. Poison Island
It was late in the afternoon when we cast anchor in Porne Harbour, and that night the same wonderful display of glow-worms showed itself among the woods on shore. Adventures in Southern Seas A Tale of the Sixteenth Century
The transports cast anchor off the harbour early the following morning, but it was not until late in the afternoon that they were berthed alongside the wharf. Over the Top With the Third Australian Division
On account of head winds she could not approach the coast, but was buffeted about until a few days ago, when she cast anchor in Wilmington harbor. The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 1, No. 60, December 30, 1897 A Weekly Magazine for Boys and Girls
Toward evening the breeze freshened; and as it was getting dark I proposed casting anchor in one of the creeks. Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. Of Trinity College, Cambridge Extracted From His Letters And Diaries, With Reminiscences Of His Conversation By His Friend Christopher Carr Of The Same College
We therefore, in spite of the unintelligible protests of Lin Wong, cast anchor, having hoisted American colours, in one of the numerous bays that indent the rocky coast of the Liaotung. Under the Dragon Flag My Experiences in the Chino-Japanese War
When the transport cast anchor in the beautiful harbour of Port Jackson, the ship's blacksmith was called out of his bunk at midnight. The Book of the Bush Containing Many Truthful Sketches Of The Early Colonial Life Of Squatters, Whalers, Convicts, Diggers, And Others Who Left Their Native Land And Never Returned
On the 7th of September she cast anchor at the mouth of the Lena, and separated from the third of the vessels which had accompanied her thus far. The Waif of the "Cynthia"
Near the shore a small shallop, on whose deck stood a group of armed whites, had just cast anchor, and was furling its sails. Historic Tales, Vol. 1 (of 15) The Romance of Reality
They cast anchor at that point with great rejoicing, our ship being quite like a sieve because of the balls that remained sticking in its sides and upper works. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 22 of 55 1625-29 Explorations by early navigators, descriptions of the islands and their peoples, their history and records of the catholic missions, as related in contemporaneous books and manuscripts, showing the political, economic, commercial and religious conditions of those islands from their earliest relations with European nations to the close of the nineteenth century.
Shortly after casting anchor in the West Port, I lowered a boat to take Lin Wong ashore. Under the Dragon Flag My Experiences in the Chino-Japanese War
The fleet went the usual way by the West Indies, and June 20 "fell in with the maine of Florida," and June 26 cast anchor at Wokokon. England in America, 1580-1652
Having done this they cast anchor in a sandy bottom about three miles from the southern shore. The Waif of the "Cynthia"
The ship of Daland, a Norwegian mariner, has just cast anchor at a wild and rugged spot upon the coast not far from his own home, where his daughter Senta is awaiting him. The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory.
The laymen promised that they would deposit it in a fitting place, until they should cast anchor in the islands now near. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 21 of 55 1624 Explorations by early navigators, descriptions of the islands and their peoples, their history and records of the catholic missions, as related in contemporaneous books and manuscripts, showing the political, economic, commercial and religious conditions of those islands from their earliest relations with European nations to the close of the nineteenth century.
“Then give orders to cast anchor,” observed Holmes. The Pursuit of the House-Boat Being Some Further Account of the Divers Doings of the Associated Shades, under the Leadership of Sherlock Holmes, Esq.
He went straight to the French galley, and cast anchor about eight paces from her. Great Epochs in American History, Vol. II The Planting Of The First Colonies: 1562—1733
On the 14th of September they cast anchor before Stockholm, which they had left on the tenth of the preceding February. The Waif of the "Cynthia"
They approached the skerry, and, lowering their sail, cast anchor, and launched a second small boat, which they had brought with them. Great Epochs in American History, Volume I. Voyages Of Discovery And Early Explorations: 1000 A.D.-1682
The next day we weighed anchor again; but there came on another dead calm, and we were forced to cast anchor near the lighthouse at Sandy Hook. Narrative of a Voyage to the Northwest Coast of America in the years 1811, 1812, 1813, and 1814 or the First American Settlement on the Pacific
By George! this isn't such a bad harbor for a shipwrecked mariner to cast anchor in. The Unseen Bridgegroom or, Wedded For a Week
At a little past three o'clock, the ship cast anchor, and we were all tumbled, bag and baggage, into a small steamer, and in a few moments were at the door of the Custom-House. Three Years in Europe Places I Have Seen and People I Have Met
The Avenger cast anchor in the harbor of the Isle of Palms on the morning of her fifth day out; the Wasp sighted the island on the evening of the same day. Gascoyne, The Sandal-Wood Trader A Tale of the Pacific
Toward the north and east, navigating by daylight and casting anchor at night, we followed a coast very green with forests, but without ports, and with some charming promontories and small rivers. Great Epochs in American History, Volume I. Voyages Of Discovery And Early Explorations: 1000 A.D.-1682
We were obliged in consequence to cast anchor before the town. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 56, No. 346, August, 1844
In the afternoon we were saluted by some shots from Killinek Esquimaux, who were halting not far from the Ikkerasak, or straits, at the entrance of which we cast anchor about 7 P.M. 13th. Journal of a Voyage from Okkak, on the Coast of Labrador, to Ungava Bay, Westward of Cape Chudleigh Undertaken to Explore the Coast, and Visit the Esquimaux in That Unknown Region
Immediately after we cast anchor, they came off in such numbers, that the sea around the ship was covered with their dead bodies. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Volume 11 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time
On the following day they cast anchor, and succeeded in communicating with the inhabitants, from whom they learned that they had reached the island of St. Mary, belonging to the Portuguese. The Life of Columbus
Columbus made signal to cast anchor, and to man the boats. Great Epochs in American History, Volume I. Voyages Of Discovery And Early Explorations: 1000 A.D.-1682
As we were to cast anchor the following day, we enjoyed the state of expectation, and formed a thousand plans. Madame Chrysantheme
Having passed through a very narrow Ikkerasak, with hardly sufficient depth of water for so large a boat, we cast anchor near our former station at Kikkertarsoak. 28th. Journal of a Voyage from Okkak, on the Coast of Labrador, to Ungava Bay, Westward of Cape Chudleigh Undertaken to Explore the Coast, and Visit the Esquimaux in That Unknown Region
Not only can this natural paddle-boat send itself along, but it can also cast anchor. St. Nicholas, Vol. 5, No. 4, February 1878
The cannons were leveled, the matches lighted, and the moment the foremost yacht, which contained the emperor, cast anchor, a sentinel cried out, "Who comes there?" The Empire of Russia
They next cast anchor off Leucadia, and passed the winter in these regions. Young Folks Treasury, Volume 2 (of 12)
He has been boatswain on board of many a good ship and there are few ports from Batum to San Francisco where he has not cast anchor. The Children of the King
In the evening we cast anchor in an open road, among the Nachorutsit islands, with fine weather. 3d. Journal of a Voyage from Okkak, on the Coast of Labrador, to Ungava Bay, Westward of Cape Chudleigh Undertaken to Explore the Coast, and Visit the Esquimaux in That Unknown Region
On the 19th of January, the Alexander, Scarborough, and Friendship, cast anchor in Botany Bay; and on the 20th, the Sirius, with the remainder of the convoy*. The Voyage of Governor Phillip to Botany Bay With an Account of the Establishment of the Colonies of Port Jackson and Norfolk Island (1789)
They left Acapulco March 22, and cast anchor at Cavite June 10. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 12 of 55 1601-1604 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century
Being ignorant whereabout they were, they cast anchor at an island, where they rested three days to recover from their long fatigues and continual watching, and to refit their brigantines. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 05 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time
They land without fear, they cast anchor, they disembark and rush forward to deliver themselves into the hands which are awaiting them. The Cid
When it cleared up, we proceeded, steering between Allukpalak and Nipkotok, and cast anchor in the open sea, near Kernertut, where, on our first arrival, we encountered such a tremendous storm. Journal of a Voyage from Okkak, on the Coast of Labrador, to Ungava Bay, Westward of Cape Chudleigh Undertaken to Explore the Coast, and Visit the Esquimaux in That Unknown Region
But an impetuous gust so raised the waves, that the mariners were forced to lower their sails, and cast anchor. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16
The steamer cast anchor in the port of Naples just half an hour too late for the passengers to land. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 55, No. 341, March, 1844
They continued their voyage, and that night cast anchor at Mariveles, where they lay the rest of the night. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 11 of 55 1599-1602 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century
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