The next day the starboard watch, to which we both belonged, was to be sent ashore on liberty; and availing ourselves of this opportunity, we determined, as soon after the landing as possible, to separate ourselves from the rest of the men without exciting their suspicions, and strike back at once for the mountains.

It is […] doubtful […] whether it contributed anything to the stop of the infection.

Nee way man! ― No way

The city council decided the matter should go to public vote.