Vessel Profile

Townley Isle

Townley Isle
Photo: Lynn Salmon

Story

This work boat was built in 1930 by Menchions, William R. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

Originally built for service with the BC Provincial Fish & Game Department and the BC Provincial Police.

Owners & Masters

In 1930-1962 she was owned by The Attorney General of British Columbia, Victoria BC Canada.

In 1963-1965 she was owned by William H. Lutz (MO), Sidney BC Canada.

In 1966 she was owned by William F. Townley, Duncan BC Canada.

In 1967-1977 she was owned by Thomas Townley, Duncan BC Canada.

In 1978-1994 she was owned by Fairall Enterprises Ltd., Victoria BC Canada.

In 1995-2020 she was owned by Barry C. Fairall, Cobble Hill BC Canada.

Repower

110bhp engine (1957c)

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • Harbour & Shipping (Progress Publishing Co. Ltd.) Vol. 13 (1930)
  • Photo Courtesy of Lynn Salmon
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