Vessel Profile

Western Fisher (I)

Western Fisher (I)
Photo: Richmond Archives 1999 6 2350

Story

This schooner was built in 1927 by Menchions, William R. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

This vessel is said to have been registered originally in Papeete, French Plynesia (Tahiti). This vessel formed part of the pre-war Fishermen’s Reserve Fleet. This vessel was however not mobilized for active duty during the Second World War.

Owners & Masters

In 1930-1958 she was owned by Robert R. Hobbs, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1959-1969 she was owned by British Columbia Packers Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1969-1989 she was owned by Andrew Stadnyk, Alert Bay BC Canada.

In 2004-2007 she was owned by Lorne C. Stadnyk, Alert Bay BC Canada.

Repower

Repowered with a 5 cylinder Gardner diesel 5L3 engine (1954); Repowered with a 95hp diesel engine (1957c)

References

  • Canada List of Shipping
  • RG12 Reel
  • T-11600 (Western Fisher)
  • RG24 Volume 5681 File 126-102 - Fishermen’s Reserve West Coast Organization Volume 1
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