LAUNCHING OF THE S.S. ENERGY.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXII, Issue XVIII, 6 May 1899, Page 596

LAUNCHING OF THE S.S. ENERGY.

For some time past Mr J. C. Bindon, of Horeke, has been busy building a new steamer. She is designed and constructed by Mr A. Fairburn, and judging by her appearance Mr Fairburn is a man of great experience. He was tutored under the best builders in North America, and has since helped to build the Marcapole, Bluejacket, etc., which made record trips in their time. He was formerly in the employ of Mr Logan. On Thursday, 13th April, visitors went up to Horeke to see the new vessel launched. The wife of Mr D. Eynon smashed the bottle on the ship’s side, and named her the Energy. The launching was a great success. The Energy is 64ft long, 15ft beam, Bft clear In perpendiculars between beams. She is to be fitted with a 20 h.p. engine, and has a 1101 b pressure. The boilers are tested at 1201 b pressure. This steamer will be a great boon to Hokianga. After the launching was over, a splendid lunch was provided. Excellent food was served by Miss Lyford. The diningroom is a large new room, splendidly finished and furnished. The table was decorated with a grand display of flowers. After luncheon several toasts were given, and after some amusement the crowd dispersed, wishing Mr Bindon all success.