OIL TANKER FIRE
CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE NEWCASTLE, April 10. At the inquiry, into the fire which nearly destroyed the oil tanker British Honor on February 24, the coroner* xereturned a verdict that the fire was caused through the starboard sea valve being left open by a member of the crew, thereby allowing benzine to escape into the local h/rbor. It is understood the cost of repairs to the vessel will be £30,000.
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Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LV, Issue 17232, 11 April 1930, Page 7
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72OIL TANKER FIRE Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LV, Issue 17232, 11 April 1930, Page 7
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