Story
This passenger/freight vessel was built in 1918 by Bethlehem Ship Building Corp. in Elizabethport, NJ.
Historical Notes
In 1927-1933 this vessel operated on the Portland to California route. On February 13, 1947 this vessel struck Middle Rock in Seaforth Channel while under the command of Captain Charles Graham. This vessel was southbound from Ketchikan to Seattle at the time of the incident in heavy winds. The Captain and six members of the crew stayed aboard while the crew of 66 and 88 passengers were taken off by fishing vessels. The seiner Northisle took 38. All were taken to Bella Bella BC Canada. The tug La Pointe attempted to free the vessel. This vessel was stripped in situ of any useful salvage by Capital Iron & Metals Ltd.
Owners & Masters
In 1909 she was owned by USA interests.
In 1927 she was owned by the Baltimore & Carolina Steamship Co.
In 1927-1934 she was owned by the Pacific Steamship Co. (Admiral Line).
In 1934-1947 she was owned by Northland Transportation Co. for Alaska service.
References
- Snapp, Jeremy S. and John F. Snapp (1999) Northwest Legacy
- Brown, Giles T. (1966) Ships That Sail No More. Univ. Kentucky Press
