LOSS OF THE CUMBERLAND
BELIEVED TO HAVE STRUCK A MINE. (Kec. September 21, • 10.15 p.m.) Sydney, SentemMr Ll. The inquiry into the '.oss of the steamer Cumberland arousi'd considerable interest owing to tho huge insurance. It~ls slated that .£1,000,000 is involved. The vessel and cargo were insured at war risk rates under tho Imperial scheme, also at ordinary risk through Australian ollices. According to expert oriiluucc the Cumberland struck a mine. This view is based on the way the plates were blown inwards, which would bo impossible if the explosion was internal. The Navy Department, however, Js not satisfied, and has requested further evidence. It favours holding a marine court of inquiry.— Press Assn.
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Dominion, Volume 10, Issue 3197, 22 September 1917, Page 7
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