TAKING LIQUOR ON BOARD A WARSHIP.
One of the stokers on. H.M.S. Pioneer desired refreshment, but, being on duty, was unable to go ashore. However, John M'Lca.n, alias John M' Donald, proved an obliging friend in need, with the result that ho was charged in the Magistrate's Court yesterday with taking liquor aboard the warship. Evidence was given by naval officers that when M'Lean first attempted to board the vessel, he was informed that visitors were not allowed admittance for an hour 9r so. Later, he returned, and was this time allowed to go aboard. He was seen conversing with the thirsty stoker, who gave him some money. v M'Lean wont ashore, and camo back with his clothes' presenting a suspiciously bulky appearance. Sub-Inspector Norwood mentioned that- it was a common offence to take liquor aboard the warships. A fine of £3, in default 14 days' imprisonment, was imposed.
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Evening Post, Volume LXXVIII, Issue 107, 2 November 1909, Page 11
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149TAKING LIQUOR ON BOARD A WARSHIP. Evening Post, Volume LXXVIII, Issue 107, 2 November 1909, Page 11
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