Vessel Profile

Billy S.

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Story

This tug was built in 1926 by Scratchley, W.J. in Eburne, BC.

Historical Notes

On April 18, 1931 this vessel suffered an explosion in Dog Bay on Hernando Island in Baker Pass BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1926-1931 she was owned by William J. Scratchley, Vancouver BC Canada.

References

  • Harbour & Shipping (Progress Publishing Co. Ltd.) Vol. 10 (1927)
  • Transportation Safety Board of Canada (1993)
  • List of Shipping Casualties Resulting in Total Loss in British Columbia and Coastal Waters Since 1897 (undated manuscript document)
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