Vessel Profile

B.C. Boy

B.C. Boy
Photo: Mike Clement

Story

This tug was built in 1912 by Martinolich Family in Port Guichon, BC.

Historical Notes

On March 7, 1938 this vessel was in a collision with the Canuck in the steamer channel in Discovery Pass opposite the mouth of the Campbell River BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1912-1914 she was owned by Venanzio Martinolich and Bengiamo Nicolich, Port Guichon BC Canada.

In 1913 following Venanzio's death, his shares were transferred to his wife Antonia.

In 1917 she was owned by the Beaver Tow Boat Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1921 she was owned by the Coyle Towing Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1926-1951 she was owned by Pacific (Coyle) Navigation Co. Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1953-1963 she was owned by Kemp Rowan, Nanaimo BC Canada.

In 1964 she was owned by Emil Jensen, New Westminster BC Canada.

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • List of Shipping Casualties Resulting in Total Loss in British Columbia and Coastal Waters Since 1897 (undated manuscript document)
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