THE RAKIURA.
(Per United Press Association.) WELLINGTON, April 15, The wreck of the steamer Rakiara (formerly the Rose Casey) at Stephens Island yesterday occurred with dramatic suddenness. She struck a rock within 20vds of the shore at three minutes to five yesterday morning. The crew launched a boat and made for D’Urville Island, which they reached at 9 o’clock. Most of them were in scanty attire, and were quite worn out when they landed. Seven of the men, including the inate_ (Mr Gibb), arrived' at Wellington to-day. The captain and engineer remain at tho wreck,
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Evening Star, Issue 15778, 15 April 1915, Page 8
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