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This work boat was built in 1931 by Bidwell Boat Works Ltd. (Coal Harbour) in Vancouver, BC.
Historical Notes
In 1931-1932 this vessel was operated as a rum runner shore boat. On July 15, 1938 this vessel was destroyed by fire in Rocky Passage, Clayoquot Sound BC Canada.
Owners & Masters
In 1931-1933 she was owned by Triangle Freighters Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1933-1934 she was owned by Chance Adams, Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1934-1935 she was owned by Mrs. Margaret Eccles, Vancouver BC Canada.
In 1935-1938 she was owned by USA interests.
In 1938 she was owned by Arnold Orr, Vancouver BC Canada.
Repower
Repowered in 1932 with a 125bhp Buda Engine Co. diesel engine. Repowered with a 150hp Imperial 6-cylinder diesel (Cummins Engine Co., Columbus IL USA) engine
References
- Miles, Fraser (1992)
- Harbour & Shipping (Progress Publishing Co. Ltd.) Vol. 15 (1932)
- 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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