CHAPTER XIII.

Monterey again.--The Pioneer Newspaper, with the Editor, Dr. Semple.--We Sail for the Mexican Coast.--Island of Guadalupe.--Peninsular of Lower California.--Jesuits.--Trade.--Ports and Resources.--We blockade Mazatlan.--Reconnoissance, and the Ballet that ensued.--Yankee Bombs.--The Ladies deceive us.--The Chased Diana. 82