Story
This tug was built in 1921 by W.F. Stone & Son, Oakland CA.
Historical Notes
George Schneider stated "Begun by Main Iron works for the U. S. Shipping Board as GENERAL. Contract cancelled 1919, completed by W.F. Stone. Taken over by the U. S. Army in WWII and renamed LT-240. Reported sold to China after the War."
Owners & Masters
In 1921 she was owned by USA interests.
In 1926-1935 she was owned by Shipowners & Merchants Tug Boat Co., San Francisco CA USA.
References
- Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1926-1927
- Merchant Vessels of the United States (1935)
- George Schneider (Email to Nauticapedia 04/04/2023)
