Vessel Profile

J.C. 43

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Story

This scow was built in 1926 by Crane, Joseph H. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

In 1967 this vessel was reported to have been beached and broken up at New Westminster BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1926-1929 she was owned by Joseph Crane, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1929-1934 she was owned by Cranes Shipyards Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1934-1944 she was owned by Eburne Saw Mills Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1944-1954 she was owned by Canadian Forest Products Ltd., Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1954-1970 she was owned by Fraser River Equipment Co. Ltd., New Westminster BC Canada.

Name Significance

The initials "J.C." stood for Joseph Crane. The name F.R.E. No. 1 is an acronym that refers to the owners - Fraser River Equipment Ltd.

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