BRISBANE. May 16 (Recd. pm).— Unsuccessful attempts were made today by a tug to drag the stern portion of the Liberty ship Marietta Dal from Smith’s Rock, off Cape Morton. The tide this morning was only three and a-half feet, but late tonight will be one of seven feet. A salvage expert is surveying the vessel, after which attempts may be made to salvage portion of the cargo.
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Wanganui Chronicle, 17 May 1950, Page 5
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