Vessel Profile

L.O. Bill

L.O. Bill
Photo: John MacFarlane photo (Chasm wheelhouse in the Critchley collection)

Story

This fishboat, general was built in 1920 by Eriksen Brothers in North Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

Her wheelhouse was salvaged by Robert Critchley and he has it in his personal collection on his property at Sayward BC Canada.

Owners & Masters

In 1920-1921 she was owned by Edward Ingan and William Burrows (JO), both of Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1921-1940 she was owned by William Burrows (MO), North Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1940-1947 she was owned by Charles B. Edington, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1947-1965 she was owned by Mrs. Mary Egelund, Vancouver BC Canada.

In 1965-1979 she was owned by Sigurd Tveit (MO), Victoria BC Canada.

In 1979-2009 she was owned by Knox Fishing Company Ltd., Port Hardy BC Canada.

Rebuilds

In 1949 she was rebuilt by A.C. Benson Shipyard Ltd. at North Vancouver BC. 28.28gt 19.23rt

Repower

Repowered in 1924 with a gasoline engine by Skandia Works. Repowered in 1932 with a 60hp diesel engine by Vivian Engine Works Ltd.

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