Wofforth wrote in his log book:
Fifth day: Course north, west, then southwest. Curving thru mountainous territory. Run 1066 mi. but direct progress toward base camp not exceeding 950. To go, 6260 mi. approx. Supplies short. Spirits fair.
He wrote in his log book:
Seventh day: Course west, southwest, west, northwest, west. Run 1108 mi. To go 4090 mi. approx. Supplies low. Spirits fair.
He wrote in his log book:
Ninth day: Course northwest by west, west. Run 1108 mi. To go 2030 mi. approx. Supplies low. Spirits low....
"Lieutenant," said Jenks from across the tent, as Wofforth closed the book.
"Well?"
"We know you're in command. This party and all of Pluto. But we ask permission to state our case."
"What case is your case?" demanded Wofforth, rising. "I'm doing my best to get you back to Base Camp."