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Swire Mariners Association
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Ship's Log Entries 2006
2006's log produced much in the way of international banter, and the entries below are notable for the particular enthusiasm of certain members of our group. Long may they put pen to paper, or should that be pinky to keyboard!
Jan 01, 2006 - 06:58 -
Another year passes and every year we always hope that the new year will be better than the last.......and so it shall be.
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE May 2006 bring you great joy.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu
From: Earth
http:// www.Swiremariners.com
Jan 01, 2006 - 10:49 -
Thanks Stu, let us pray that the New Year brings rather more good news than bad. Felt rather dry this morning, which is strange as I thought I drank a lot of liquid last night! Beryl drove me back to the golf club this morning to collect my car so I must be getting sensible! Best Wishes to all
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jan 01, 2006 - 17:05 -
If that happens Maurice the New Year has certainly had a good start!!!!!!
A Happy New year to all
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond.net.au
Name: Bob Steer
From: a very hot downunder
http://
Jan 08, 2006 - 08:50 -
Gentlemen, please be aware that the funeral of Mrs Margaret Drewery will take place At Basingstoke Crematorium on the 17th January at 1545hrs. I will be attending, to offer Graeme full support, and I know that several other SMA members will also be there. God bless her, she will always be remembered.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: UK
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Jan 10, 2006 - 06:47 -
Jim Snape, Nara Japan
I am now in hospital and will undergo open heart surgery for replacement of the aortic valve and a coronary artery byepass. I am optimistic and will advise as soon as possible.
E-mail: James8Kayoko@yahoo.com
Name: Jim Snape
From: Nara Japan
http://
Jan 10, 2006 - 16:32 -
That doe'st sound simple to me Jim,but I certainly wish you all the very best for the coming weeks.Perhaps a cherry brandy would do the trick!!!!!
Bob Steer
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond .net.au
Name: Bob Steer
From:
http://
Jan 11, 2006 - 02:43 -
Gentlemen,
I know a number of you are aware that Ralph Kennett is seriously ill in hospital. I just received an e-mail and I now copy it here for you all to read:-
_____________________
I am unsure who knows that Ralph is very ill so I am writing to those
for whom I have an email address. He is in Stroud General Hospital and
has been for some time now. I visited him last Saturday and today and
he is now very poorly. He has a fairly aggressive cancer. He was
assessed on Friday to see if he could benefit from chemotherapy which it
is his choice to have but it was decided that he is too frail. He can
only tolerate iced water at the moment and so has lost a great deal of
weight - not that he had a lot in the first place. He still has a
wonderful zest for living and talked to me about many topics. He
doesn't have much entertainment though as he's not allowed his computer
or mobile. He is in Jubilee Ward and you can telephone him very easily
on 070691 90005 X537 which is a direct line to his bed-side. I'm sure
he would love to chat to anyone who has a few moments. If you know of
anyone who knows him (I'm in touch with Peter and Elizabeth of course)
please let them know. In particular does anyone have an email address
for Judy?
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After speaking to the SMA committee on Thursday next, I will be driving to Stroud
to see him and keep him company for a short while. If you can't call him direct, I will take everyone's best wishes with me
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Jan 11, 2006 - 02:46 -
Gentlemen,
I forgot to add that the above e-mail came from Ralph's niece Pat
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe
http:// www,swiremariners.com
 Can't be there to see Ralph this week, Stu, but please send him my very best when you visit. Perhaps you'd take him a copy of this shot of happier days. Tell him Dark Moment remembers with great fondness his days as Captain of Coral Princess, despite the fact that chasing around Ralph's cabin trying to feed his Minor bird with chopsticks was not on my job description - MAJB
Jan 13, 2006 - 05:31 -
Our thanks for the many messages and good wishes, they are greatly appreciated. The operation will be on 18th Jan after a week of tests and preparation. An Additional complication found is that I have Asbestosis of the lungs incurred of course by many years of exposure in dockyards and engin rooms. It would be wise to get checked on this.
Please pass to Ralphie our best wishes, and tell him we have great memories of our times with him on Taiwan and CP, and that I have never forgotten his support during the aircond problem on CP.
E-mail: James8Kayoko@yahoo.com
Name: Jim and Kayoko
From: Nara, Japan
http://
Jan 13, 2006 - 08:12 -
Iwas very sorry to hear about Ralph Kennett's illness and wish him all the best with his forfhcoming. I have great mempries of Ralph when he was master of the Pilgrim Ship " Anshun " in Sigapore im the 1960's and later in Wellington when he was Master of one of the NZUE ships. Will someone please pass on message to Ralph. Harvey Lade
E-mail: hmlade@optusnet.com.au
Name: Harvey Lade
From: Victoria, Australia.
http://
Jan 13, 2006 - 14:54 -
Gentlemen, I have received the following from Chris Nugent and she's obviously delighted to have been made an honorary member of our group.
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TO THE SMA
I am charmed, indeed honoured, to be invited to join your illustrious group as an Honorary Member. I was a little confused at first thinking that I might be expected to do something technical like drive a boat or splice a mainbrace. I feel, with a little instruction, I could probably do the former quite well, but the latter….mmmm difficult. However, much to my relief, Mr.C. very kindly imparted the following words of wisdom to me at a brief meeting under the table in the Albert Pub after the SPO Christmas Party.…’You may be an Honorary, but basically you’re just an old fart like the rest of us’. Gentlemen – I am proud and delighted to be so. Thank you very much for welcoming me and I’ll try to behave myself.
Very best wishes for 2006.
Chris Nugent
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: Here
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Jan 13, 2006 - 15:03 -
Gentlemen,
Yesterday, Graeme Drewery, Dudley Groves and myself paid a visit to Ralph Kennett in Stroud hospital and although he's seriously ill and lost a great deal of weight, that old spirit is there and he was still giving us a few laughs. We spent a couple of hours with him and he was very touched by the number of you who have phoned with your support from around the world.
You can see the photo we took in the "Rogues Gallery" photos section.
Best wishes Ralph....we think you're the greatest.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: Here
http:// www,swiremariners.com
Jan 13, 2006 - 15:20 -
Welcome aboard Chris. Boats belong to SPO, ships belong to CNCo., just make sure who you are talking to at the time! I'm not sure about the driving bit, several people drove me mad and vice versa. As to the drinking bit, I can think of several names who could give you guidance on this, many of them live in the southern hemisphere, they are more used to it down there!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jan 15, 2006 - 15:46 -
Gentlemen!what is going on?After a few bevvies under a pub table "she" is granted honorary membership by a Mr.C.Who in the hell is he?was "she"approved by the other committee members?
What is happening?Please confirm A.S.A.P.that our association is an honorable one and one that is uncorruptable.
Does "she"know the words of the Doxford Song?
Would "she"stand a round when we are having a wee drinkie,or four?
Would"she"still be standing and roaring for more after a reunion dinner.?
Did "she"ever belong to the Key Club?Does "she"know what the Key Club is?
Does "she"know where the Wanch is?What about the Motomachi?
ALL VERY IMPORTANT questions to be answered.
I dare you to appear at Lundy,those from down south will soon put the matter to rights.
What about The Good Ship Venus?
And finally would you understand Colin Darchs lectures and sketches?
IF you can explain all the above, or buy me a gin or two,I also welcome you onboard.
Bob Steer.
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond.net.au
Name:
From:
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Have no fear, Bob. A quick check on Google confirms that Chris Nugent is a drummer in a rock band, a fervent footballer, an agressive ice hockey forward and a captain with Easyjet. She's also known for wearing weird Australian shirts - MAJB
Jan 16, 2006 - 01:57 -
Bob will do anything for a Gin and Tonic, and when he's had one or two he's ready to do nothing.
Happy New Year and best wishes to to all.
E-mail: crowmountain@telstra.com
Name: Tony Ravenhill
From: Ausssstraaalia the sunny warm bit
http:// www.geocities.com/crowmountain2002/index.htm
Jan 16, 2006 - 05:25 -
I notice in the latest edition of Swire News that Clyde Agriculture has engaged someone as "Gin Manager", I would have thought that they could have found somebody among the retired old soaks who would do the job for nothing! Several names come to mind but..........!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Snaps of Lundy Island! Check out our Meetings page, and make your booking for June with Captain Colin Darch - MAJB
Jan 21, 2006 - 15:15 -
Gentlemen,
More sadness I'm afraid. This afternoon 21st January at 1630hrs, poor Ralph Kennett lost his struggle with his illness and passed away. We have lost one of the greatest characters and he will be missed by all. Ralph was a wonderful man who always had the ability to make you laugh. Rest in peace old chum.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: here
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Jan 22, 2006 - 10:20 -
Let's remember the happy Ralph as he appeared in that photo with Charlie Nesbitt.
God Bless.
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jan 22, 2006 - 15:38 -
You gave us many of those happy days Ralph which will be long remembered.Rest In Peace.
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond.net.au
Name: Bob Steer
From: Aus.
http://
Jan 22, 2006 - 23:14 -
God bless and rest good old Ralph Kennet, the funniest Captain on the planet.
E-mail:
Name: Geoff Garrett
From:
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Jan 25, 2006 - 11:18 -
Gentlemen,
I have just received the news of Ralph's funeral and a copy of the e-mail follows:-
Herewith Ralph's funeral details.
" Capt. Ralph Kennett's funeral will take place at the Cheltenham Crematorium on Thursday 2nd February 2006 at 1100hrs and afterwards at Hazel Mill, Slad, Nr. Stroud Gloucestershire. No donations but flowers if desired C/O Philip Ford & Sons (FD ) Ltd., Dirleton House, Cainscross Road, Stroud, Glos, GL5 4ES. Tel: 01453 763592."
I shall be going as will many of Ralph's former shipmates and friends
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: here
http:// www.swirewmariners.com
Jan 29, 2006 - 03:02 -
"bon voyage" Ralph, we met on only one occasion in 1958 shortly after I had arrived in HK.We shared a few drinks at the "bungalow" before enjoying a long pleasant night at "China Night" in North Point. Would liked to have sailed with you alas not to be. We have lost another of our China Coast Clan.
E-mail: georgel@rpds.org.au
Name: George Latham
From: sunnyside OZ
http://
Jan 29, 2006 - 18:16 -
If anyone was an example of a man who flew in the face of adversity it was Ralph, farwell and godspeed old friend.
David Ewings
E-mail: D-A.Ewings@xtra.co.nz
Name: David Ewings
From:
http://
Feb 01, 2006 - 20:53 -
I am very happy to say that I will be leaving hospirtal on 5th Feb. with aortic valve installed and working OK. More good news was that the projected coronary arterey byepass did not have to made as the restriction was found to be much less than pictured on screen. The restriction will be monitored and can be threated if necessary with cathete and baloon.
I urge anyone who experiences pain in the chest and arms, shootness of breath and weakness in the legs when walking up slopes or hurrnig, to get checked by a heart specialist.
Again our thanks for all the messages of good cheer.
Jim and Kayoko
E-mail:
Name: Jim Snape
From: Nara, Japan
http://
Feb 02, 2006 - 04:42 -
Would appreciate any photos of following - ss Fukien,Poyang,Hanyang and Hunan also of the 'Bungalow'. Happy days.
Regards
E-mail: chas1508@ntlworld.com
Name: Chaspat
From:
http://
Feb 03, 2006 - 06:40 -
Gentlemen, Just to advise that Ralph Kennetts funeral took place yesterday and it was attended by many SMA members who mourned the loss of Ralph alongside his family members. After the ceremony, we all drove to his house, Hazel Mill, which will always stand as his memorial, and there we ate a very nice cold buffet lunch and toasted his memory.
God bless you Ralph, hope you've got your teeth in.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: Here
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Feb 10, 2006 - 04:29 -
Hello,
Is anybody there?
E-mail: chaspat59@hotmail.com
Name:
From:
http://
Feb 12, 2006 - 07:25 -
Cahspat(?),
Not many of us it would seem! I have some pics of Hanyang and Poyang but no scanner! All I have of Fukien is a collection of brass table/bulkhead lamps from the officers' cabins, (they were sent for scrap!!).
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Feb 17, 2006 - 17:15 -
I have to bring the sad news that Barry Whitehead passed away during the night of Thursday Feb 16 (Sydney time). Barry attended our reunions up until last year and bore his cruel affliction with great courage and dignity. He will be sadly missed. Our sympathy goes to Liz and all his family. His funeral will take place at the Northern Suburbs Crematorium, Delhi Rd.North Ryde at 12.15 on Tuesday Feb 21
E-mail: mike.okeeffe@yahoo.com.au
Name: Mike O'Keeffe
From:
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Feb 18, 2006 - 05:22 -
I remember Ralph well. I was honoured to be shipmates with him in the 'floating industrial slum' the Wanliu. A great sense of fun with a fund of stories. He will be missed.
Mike Tidey.
E-mail:
Name: Mike Tidey
From: Hot and humid Far North Qld.
http://
Feb 18, 2006 - 21:28 -
I have been asked by Helen,John Gardners wife,to give an update on John's health,the short version is that it is simply not good.It is hard to believe they were down staying with us just a few months ago when we were out bush walking and wining and dining and generally enjoying ourselves and in just a few short months John is finding it hard to live at all.He sleeps alot through the day and night and is basically in a wheel chair if he is taken anywhere.We can be very thankful that John is free of pain.
He is strong in his resolve to fight an extremely difficult time and I am sure he will be pleased to know he will not be alone in the days ahead,we will all be thinking of him and wishing Helen the desperate strength she surely needs.
Their telephone Number is 02 9807 5112 Helen will answer if possible.
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond.net.au
Name: Bob Steer
From:
http://
Feb 21, 2006 - 00:37 -
Barry Whitehead was farewelled today (Tue Feb 21) in a truly beautiful service. The North Chapel at the Northern Suburbs Crematorium was packed for a celebration of Barry's life. His son-in-law, Mr Tim St Quintin, set the tone with an eulogy, which was just the right mixture of sadness and humour. Barry would have been proud.
Ex-Swires people present included Cyril Cocksedge, Bill Elton, Don Hutchinson, Ron Kendrick, Helen and Ken Nettleship, Bob Steer, Irene and Ron Sullivan, May and Jim Wilby and me.
E-mail: mike.okeeffe@yahoo.com.au
Name: Mike O'Keeffe
From: Sydney
http://
Feb 26, 2006 - 21:24 -
Great day yesterday at the CNCo Reunion in Sydney. Photos taken coming soon.
E-mail: crowmountain@telstra.com
Name: Tony Ravenhill
From:
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Feb 28, 2006 - 05:02 -
It does't often happen but Tony has it right,it was an excellent lunch with good company,good "vino" and lots of memories,laughter and good fellowship.
Tony does have a conscience for the last glass of wine was on him,very enjoyable!!!! Note I said glass for he then raced off with the bottle!!!!!
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond.net.au
Name: Bob Steer
From:
http://
(See pics online here - MAJB)
Mar 05, 2006 - 22:03 -
Had a delightful lunch here in Bowral with The Commodore and Joyce,Ron and Irene,John Howard and Jeanette and myself last Saturday.
John and Helen Gardner were going to be here but events were overtaken by Johns rapidly deterioting health problems and with much sadness I hear he passed away early this morning.His funeral will be at 1000hrs.Friday 10th.
R.I.P.old friend.
E-mail:
Name: Bob Steer
From:
http://
Mar 06, 2006 - 15:27 -
What a suprise to see so many OLD faces. Some never change also. My first visit on the web site and have decided to enrol to this 'Mad Bunch of Swire Hatters' Brings back some good memories of Dubai and beyond.
Hope to join you at Falkirk, all being well.
Drop me an e-mail anyone who knows me or forgot to by me that round you promised in Pancho, whatever you called it.
Best regards to you all
John Hislop
E-mail: melleka@ntlworld.com
Name: John Hislop
From: Bishopton, Renfrewshire ,Scotland
http://
Mar 06, 2006 - 16:03 -
John, you did not see my OLD face there.....yet. One day I will make it over the pond for a reunion of sorts. Are you back in the fold, or just envious of these big new diesel-electric PSV's we've just built. Big step from the BO XVII eh !
E-mail: mya.quinn@shaw.ca
Name: Dave Christopher
From: Vancouver Island
http://
Mar 12, 2006 - 10:21 -
Lundy Trip.
Are we going to try and have a get together evening before or after the Lundy trip? (Always supposing the ferry Captain doesn't misbehave!). Perhaps Frobisher could suggest a venue. The Guv and I are staying at The Mount, no foul comments please! PS can't have been much of a party in Sydney if Bob can remember anything!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Mar 12, 2006 - 21:57 -
An excellent idea "ancient one"We could meet in your room in The Mount'keep it clean" for starters,move to the bar with your room number for a drinkie or three then to your restaurant for dinner!!!!
Are you taking numbers now???or perhaps changing your hotel booking..
E-mail:
Name: Bob Steer
From:
http://
See some wonderful shots of Ralphie and many more at Cyril's Chest, the latest addition to your comprehensive SMA library. Yeah, right. More pics like this, please, chaps! - MAJB
Mar 16, 2006 - 03:46 -
Sorry Bob, I specifically asked for a small room,(not THAT small room!), there is no bar and the dining room is for breakfast only. Sounds like your everyday five-star English hotel!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Mar 17, 2006 - 18:59 -
Well we are certainly not going to "Ancient Ones" hotel,hasn't even a bar!!!Certainly not.
So it is "Plan B".What can you come up with Frobisher?you are the hope of the side.Time is marching on and we must have a rendevous,HELP.
E-mail: Bob Steer
Name:
From:
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Apr 10, 2006 - 04:46 -
Quiet around here Bob ain't it !!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Apr 10, 2006 - 09:44 -
and here's me thinking there was something wrong with my internet connection!!
E-mail: jack.lyemun@btinternet.com
Name: Jack Higgs
From: Lancashire hotpot
http://
Apr 10, 2006 - 15:22 -
Ancient One,I have been concerned for you,my wife has been concerned,my children have ben concerned,my grand chidren as well and here you are like a dirty smell always returns...welcome back!!!
The one who lives North of course has been drying out as it were,although not in the direct route of the cyclone I imagine felt some effect of it and I hope has saved the gin for when we have the reunion at "tony's place".
Bangla-bloody-desh,haven't they read the newspaper?Don't they know we are the top cricket team in the WORLD.
Captain-bloody-cook,don't they know I am retired,I am required on their Murray Princess for a couple of weeks to relieve the Chief.
I am ready for Lundy,we might be having tea and cucumber sandwiches with you "Ancient One".Does your Hotel supply them"?????
E-mail:
Name: Bob Steer
From:
http://
Is it time, we wonder, to rename the Ship's Log? Where are you all, me hearties? Surely you've learned how to use a keyboard by now, or at least have enough left from your Provident Fund to hire a typist every few months? C'mon, fellas; we have a lot more readers than writers here, but we'd love to hear from you! - MAJB
Apr 12, 2006 - 00:42 -
The chat corner - a nice idea- thank goodness someone keeps the pot boiling.
May I now add a commercial for my latest book?
During the recent gathering at York various people asked me about my stuff ( writing). For those good souls and any others who might be interested my ' novel 'The Babylon Boat'author Ben Aldiss :( Blackpan Press) is now available from www.Lulu.com . Another title is due out in about two months time.
'The Boat' will soon be available through Amazon; Barnes and Noble; and Borders.
Commercial over - sorry I wont be attending the Lundy Island do. Regards one and all
E-mail: jamesaldiss@iprimus.com.au
Name: James (aka Ben) Aldiss
From: godzone
http://
Apr 12, 2006 - 05:40 -
Now, now, Bob. You can't use that language, "Bangla'bloody 'desh" will get you in trouble with the thought police over here! Just remember that this is now the asylum where the lunatics are in charge.
When did James Bennett Harry John become James Aldiss? Also, where did MAJB get a picture of my Austin A40? Bezooks, someone has been delving into my memoirs!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Not for the first time, Maurice ... look closely at this delightful picture of serene Stratford from last year's log - MAJB
Apr 12, 2006 - 16:29 -
Mark,
I was in Stratford last year for a nephews marriage, as I think you know,but I took the Peugeot. ( Left the A40,Rolls and Ferrari at home). Hope those poor children of yours are surviving with you as Dad?!!
P.S. I think the Tonnage Manager you referred to earlier has found a better job with some London firm!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Apr 13, 2006 - 22:30 -
OK,it's my turn. I have been sitting here listening and talking to not ALL but some famous or should I say infamous ancient mariners from the good old days aboard the Coral Princess, that wonderful ship that plied the South China Sea and Malacca straits. I was (pat myself on the back) the first to put 'white' pax on board CP in 1976.I saw this ship at the ocean terminal HK in 1975 from the star ferry, noticed the Swire logo on the funnel and called Swires HK. They put me in touch with one Ian Meffan in Japan, we communicated, he had contacts in Peking as CP had cruised there with Japanese seminar pax. We met in Peking August 1975 and made arrangements to bring Aussie's to China on CP, they gave the OK for two cruises, March & October 1976.Callum Anderson was Captain and David Fellowes C/O. MAJB was cruise director, as well as in charge of drinking beer but also excellent with a gin & tonic, I think he excelled at the latter rather than his proper job. I have also been in touch with Dudley Groves who was the one and only Captain to perform a wedding on board CP in SIN harbour in January 1982 when 2/O Graham Robson married Gabby Alger, Norman McKnee was best man & my daughter Amanda Gibson was bridemaid. When all this happened I was Manager of NRMA Travel, Sydney. Well that's enough of me for now, by the by my good spouse & I will be in SIN in June and will met up David Fellowes who is now Manager Swire Offshore in SIN. I will have a beer or three over Easter and remember these good old times.
Cheers for now,
Warwick Gibson
Sydney. Australia.
PS: To use the current Aussie tourism add" where the bloody hell are you"
PPS: Sorry to hear of the passing of Ralph Kennett, he also did a stint as Captain of CP when I was on board, my wife Colleen, coudn't and still can't get her head around feeding Ralph's bird maggots with chop sticks.
E-mail: wmgibson@ozemail.com.au
Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Australia
http://
Good for you, Warwick! Welcome back on board! You left many fond memories for many on 'Coral Princess', thanks to your innovative charters. Folks, Warwick is no landlubber; your web-brat just happens to have this picture in his possession, from the S.S. Kanimbla. Mr. Gibson is the chap in the middle ...
We're tempted to start a 'Coral Princess' page on this site, actually. Many a Swire seafarer had his career solidly compromised aboard the great ship. Time, perhaps, to recount such legends as the naming of 'One Sock McNee' - MAJB
Apr 15, 2006 - 19:37 -
I was idling through Swire stuff yesterday and came across this site. Hardly anyone will know me, and those who do will not want to but I was on the House Staff of Swires in the 1970s to the 1990s and knew quite a lot of the names which keep cropping up!
I would love a decent curry! Where?
George Miller
E-mail: miller@larklea.fsnet.co.uk
Name: George Miller
From: Earth, Perthshire
http:// No.
Not too many curries in Perthshire that I know of, George, but there's a regular session in London and Kingston, on the other side of Hadrian's Wall. See our Meetings page for details of all SMA frivolity - MAJB
Apr 16, 2006 - 05:05 -
You are right George "who the bloody hell are you"??????
E-mail:
Name: Bob Steer
From: Aus (of course)
http://
Apr 16, 2006 - 05:46 -
A brilliant scheme, a seperate web page for "Coral Princess", and all those Princess's who sailed in her.
E-mail:
Name: Geoff Garrett
From: Noo Zillan
http://
Apr 16, 2006 - 05:49 -
PS: if you're looking for a good curry, try Bradford.
E-mail:
Name: GG
From: NZ
http://
Apr 16, 2006 - 05:55 -
George,
Take no notice of that uncouth 'Strine. I am guessing that you are the same George Miller of Insurance who saved my no claim bonus on my car once or twice?
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Maurice Burbidge aka Ancient Mariner
From:
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Ah, THAT George Miller? A fine upstanding beer drinking man, if so. I remember you well, George. I believe you even bought a round in the Jockey once :) - MAJB
Apr 19, 2006 - 02:53 -
I notice a number of entries in this log from Bob Steer from downunder. "where the bloody hell are you" Bob, & where do you fit into the Swire, CNCo. landscape.I am at Beacon Hill on the Northern Beaches (god's country)and would be delighted if you would respond.
E-mail: wmgibson@ozemail.com.au
Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Oz - Oui, Oui, Oui,
http://
Apr 26, 2006 - 07:06 -
For David Falkener,
Could you please get in touch with me at email below. I tried the address given for you on the members list but it was rejected.
Maurice
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Apr 26, 2006 - 08:16 -
An uncle of mine sailed in the SS Hanyang during WW2. Can anyone send me a photograph of this ship.
Regards
Graeme Wells
E-mail: gjpwells@tpg.com.au
Name: Dr. Graeme Wells
From: Sydney, Australia
http://
Apr 29, 2006 - 02:23 -
SMA members should not be alarmed at some of the garbage messages that appear occasionally in this guest book.....we have not moved into the world of selling drugs or on line gambling. Some idiots have hijacked our site and think they will influence our lifestyle leaving such nonsense in here.
This will all be sorted out once MAB returns from his current time "off line"
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe
http:// www,swiremariners.com
Apr 30, 2006 - 05:33 -
Stu,
I tought you were re-writing the Davinci Code!!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Apr 30, 2006 - 06:15 -
No Maurice, I've not gone completely mad but I do wish that Shawn/Carol Clarke/Elga
/Lemat/Mark/Halz and Louise would just drift off into cyberspace and create havoc somewhere else.
I'm afraid we are just going to have to put up with more of this, and I'm sure there'll be lots more, until MAB returns
to sort it out. Hopefully, he'll be able to rescue the site from these people and others like them. Patience my friends.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu
From: This one
http:// www.swiremariners.com
May 02, 2006 - 06:15 -
Gentlemen, Please be aware that Captain Ralph Kennett's ashes were spread over his lovely garden at Hazel Mill last Saturday 29th April. Ralph loved his garden and his dogs and on this web site, there's a good photo of him in the garden during happier times.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu
From: Here
http:// www.swiremariners.com
May 02, 2006 - 10:46 -
Yes, sorry chaps, I'm indisposed just now but will continue to attack this spam junk with a vengeance on my return. I have written to certain parties about it so we'll see where we end up. These are 'adbots', and once this computer-generated garbage gets hold of your site address, it's hard to shake, and I may have to make some changes to our guest book make up. Just ignore it meantime. For those who know that I have had another brief run-in with the quacks, you'll be glad to hear that seven hours on the operating table has not diminished my appetite for the finer things of life. Just not allowed to have them until they let me out of this hospital, that's all. It's true, though ... Memorial Sloan Kettering does have the best looking nurses in New York. They're looking after me well, should be home in a few days.
E-mail: MABeaumont@aol.com
Name: Mark Beaumont
From: Teratoma 2 (once removed, now twice removed)
http://
May 02, 2006 - 10:49 -
P.S. I have to follow up, owing to my own misleading statement, above .... no I DIDN'T have the other side lopped off, I'm still firing on one pot as ever. Hasn't hurt for the past twenty years, here's to the next twenty. Terry the T this time was a rather large object in my abdomen, about the size of, an as useful as, an Australian cricket ball.
E-mail: MABeaumont@aol.com
Name: Mark Beaumont
From: Teratoma 2
http://
May 03, 2006 - 03:19 -
Glad to read the postscript to your message Mark, I was quite overcome with the thought of the original text!!! I trust you are keeping hands-off with those nurses! Keep taking the medicine.
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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May 10, 2006 - 14:26 -
Gentlemen,
As you can see from the lack of spam on this page, it now looks like our web brat MAB is back on line.....well done Mark, we were beginning to worry about you.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu
From: here
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Removed is one thing, fixed is another, Stu. I'll get to a solution soon. I'm still in the hospital, but leaving today. All going well, prognosis good as my main tumour has been determined to be benign, which is indeed good news. Another op due in July, probably, to remove smaller sites in the chest, but the pressure is off a little given this finding to date - MAJB
P.S. For obvious reasons, bit slow with the pinup this month, but it's up now - MAJB
It is with very deep sadness that I must advise of the passing of Joanna Hancock, much loved cruise staff from the 'Coral Princess' winter cruises in the 80s. Jo had a long battle with Leiomyo's Sarcoma but is now at rest. Those who knew her who might want to drop a note to husband John Porter or parents Gwen and Graham Hancock should write to 27031 Driftwood Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135-4320, USA. Joanna leaves two teenage children, Anna and Jonathan. Sail free, Jo - MAJB
May 25, 2006 - 04:07 -
Sounds as if Dark Moment is back on form!!!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Just doing my best to keep the trolls away, yes. A work in progress - MAJB
May 27, 2006 - 15:15 -
Take it easy Mark, don't go rushing into battle before you're fit.
Best wishes
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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May 29, 2006 - 18:25 -
Starting our overseas trip tomorrow and will be,via London,Prague and Topsham in Bideford on the 14th and hoping to see you all there and the dinner that night and of course a couple of drinks after the cruise in where else but the first pub we come to!!!!
That will bring back a few memories.
Happy sailing,
Bob Steer
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond .net.au
Name: Bob Steer
From:
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May 30, 2006 - 05:43 -
Just returned from yet another month long visit to Perth, WA. Whilst there this time round, Jean and I caught up with Paul Thiessen and Alan Gooch and their respective better halves Connie and Susannah. Both (the men anyway)found to be in excellent form and health, gainfully employed and otherwise in fine condition. (pardon the survey jargon) Comment on wives witheld (on grounds of possible self incrimination), but otherwise found to be well.
Alan and Paul asked me to pass on their best regards to all past and present Swire reprobates attending the Lundy Island bash next month.
Look forward to seeing all attending on 14th/15th June.
E-mail: fbalondon@aol.com
Name: David Falkner
From: Emerald Isle
http://
Jun 02, 2006 - 21:57 -
Iam not a member nor have I worked for Swire and I am not spam,but I am looking for any information regarding 2 Engineeroom fitters and one Chinese Chippie all of Chinese descent one may of been named first name Victor,that worked for Swire 1974/75 period that switched to work on the ships Zira/Zaida owned by the British Indian Steamboat Company/(P&O)who's maiden voyage was to New Zealand 1975 Japan-New Zealand run
Please any information.
I am 30years old and I live in Auckland New Zealand and I am trying to trace my biological father.
E-mail: veiqagirl1lucyveiqaravi@hotmail.com
Name: Lucy Veiqaravi
From: New Zealand
http://
Jun 08, 2006 - 03:24 -
Hi all SMA mariners- My good spouse & I have just returned from Vietnam & Singapore where we had a delightful meeting and Japanese dinner (of course) with David Fellowes. He is very fit & well & works for SPO, also travels extensively, Tunisa, HKG, Bisbane, Perth, London etc...Also is a mad golfer, last week in Singapore he shot his best round 76, four over par - not bad for man who never held a stick until aged 35. Will celebrate his 60th in London May 2 2007 with daughter Natalie who is being married around the same time.
Thought I would bring you all up to speed.
Regards to all,
Warwick Gibson
Sydney NSW.
E-mail: wmgibson@ozemail.com.au
Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Oz - Sydney
http://
Jun 10, 2006 - 23:22 -
Yea right, and then I looked up and there it was, a pig, wings flappin' goin' like the clappers, arcing high across the night sky...................
E-mail:
Name: GG
From: NZ
http://
Lundy Lunacy now online at our Rogues' Gallery - MAJB
Jun 17, 2006 - 11:53 -
Great trip to Bideford and Lundy, thanks to Graeme & Co. for organizing, especially Stu. Thanks also to Colin & Barbara Darch for everything, Barbara seemed to be running a taxi service! Nice to see Frobisher in action, (no, not that sort of action!), on the bridge. The sea was like a millpond, so the crossing was great. Some folk walked the whole length of the island, others made the halfway wall and some didn't get beyond the pub!!! Not sure if Stu is awarding any prizes for this trip but he might consider a certain retired Commodore who barged into Colin's bathroom, unfortunately already occupied by one of the ladies! There was some revenge later in the evening when the same Commodore, who shall remain nameless, was making himself comfortable before leaving the hostelry where we had dined. The landlord was of an inclination differing with most of us and had one or two unusual postcads displayed in the "Gents", a couple of our ladies decided to inspect said postcards unaware of the Commodore's residence there........should I go on!
I think the committee should remember our advancing years when deciding upon our next expedition, perhaps a day in the Cairngorms!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uka
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jun 19, 2006 - 04:22 -
Whilst recuperating from the rigours of Lundy Island I read the latest Swire Marine News. A very touching idiots guide to stability at the bottom of page 3! (Didn't GM used to mean the distance between the centre of gravity and the metacentre?). Had a similar experience to Hamilton some years ago when Chefoo loaded ilmenite sand at Bunbury and returned to Fremantle to complete northbound loading with a GM of around 10 feet, (in old money), and a fairly strong NW'ly blowing. Ship was so stiff we had to make an unusual course to round Rottnest Is., heading north until clear enough to make an extremely sharp alteration for the run down to Fremantle entrance.
Had the pleasure of sailing with Bill Worrall and Norman Feltham ,(page 32), on "Taikoo" in 1955, both were character. Norman seemed never without one of his rolled fags in his mouth, even when he jumped into the water to drag up the Mate who had fallen in from a breeches buoy arrangement, Norman surfaced with a very wet fag in one hand and the Mate in the other! Now I'm feeling even more ancient!!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jun 21, 2006 - 14:58 -
Gentlemen , Unfortunately I have to report the death of yet another old CNCo hand and this time it was Chief Engineer Phil Pereria who passed away in Canada on the 10th June age 86. The reason for his death has been given as old age.
I am sure there are plenty who remember Phil and I for one sailed with him on the Taikoo built Kweilin and I understood that on retirement from CNCo he moved to Vancouver Canada.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe
http:// www.swiremariners.,com
Jun 22, 2006 - 02:16 -
Hi Mark only just seen your your emails of your medical problems,our thoughts are with you,get well.jim and kayoko.
E-mail: James8Kayoko @ yahoo.com
Name: Jim snape.
From: Nara.Japan.
http://
Thanks, Jim (and Kayoko). I trust that your own entries here confirm that you've firmly stamped on your own medical hiccups of a while ago.
I am required to reenter the hallowed halls of Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York for Stage 2 of The Beaumont Reality Show (or should that be, Check) on 19th July. Chest surgery this time. If I survive it, I'll probably be laid low for a couple of weeks eating atrocious food but the first August beer will taste somewhat special, I'm sure. Thanks for your concern. I remember with great fondness our chinwags in your cabin where I could occasionally decipher your features through clouds of white pipe smoke. All the best to you both - MAJB
Jun 22, 2006 - 16:36 -
Anyone who sailed with Phil Pereira might remember his ritual with curry lunch? It used to be curry on Wednesdays and Sundays in CNCo., Phil would take the rice, tnen send for the cold plate of the day, heap the cold meat around the rice then cover the whole lot with the curry, (no matter what the flavour). By this time some of us were waiting for the coffee! Apart from being my one-time neighbour, I enjoyed sailing with him, but then I wasn't an engineer! I think he was a hard task master.
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jul 08, 2006 - 18:32 -
The long pause since the Ancient Mariner's previous entry is a splendid opportunity for yet one more 'commerical break'.
To both my fans-- thank you gentlemen for your support in purchasing copies of my novel the 'Babylon Boat'-- ( ex Lulu.com)you will be pleased to hear that a second title - another novel - called 'Sell the Pig and Buy me out' will be available in a couple of weeks time. ( As before any profits produced by these works will be given to the Marine Society- the Sea Faring library people.)
It is hoped by the time this new title is ready for sale the muddle presently going on with Amazon.com; Barnes and Noble ; and Corners will be sorted out and one will be able buy from them as well.
A third title is expected to be ready for Christmas stocking filling.
Finally, before I get back to my key board, a brief word of thanks for the 'Web Brat ,Stu, and others for doing so much to keep this excellent site and association going.
No,sadly I didnt sail weth Phil - but I am startled to calculate that it is now 51 years since I and the Ancient Mariner supped gimlets, and sailed, aboard the Taiyuan after the old lad's salvage exploits aboard the Taikoo.
E-mail:
Name: Ben- aka- James . etc..Aldiss
From: Neptune-one supposes
http://
Jul 12, 2006 - 12:24 -
Ben,
I shall try and find the books! Yes, it is 51 years! If someone will show me how to work this new-fangled scanner I will endeavour to put a photographic memorial of those days on the site.
Cheers,
Maurice
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jul 13, 2006 - 00:51 -
Thanks Maurice, will look forward to your coping with technology. A memoire of those days wil be interesting to see.( We here are getting ready to celebrate our 50th.You and Mike Dixon , former 4th Engineer and my best man- now retired and living in North Kent are I believe , apart from us, the only survivors of the day. Tempus certainly fugit. As they say here ' Catch yer later' Ben
E-mail:
Name: Ben -aka James , et al, Aldiss
From: Neptune
http://
Jul 18, 2006 - 03:14 -
Hi to all - Does anyone know when Bob Steer will be back from his trip to Europe?? My wife & I plan to visit friends at Bowral in early September. I believe Bob lives in the Southern Highlands and & we have never met, thought it a good chance to met an Ancient Mariner. Any response would be great.
E-mail: wmgibson@ozemail.com.au
Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Oz
http://
Jul 18, 2006 - 15:32 -
Ben,
We forgot at least one other name from half a century ago, Dawn Frappell was on the 'phone a couple of hours ago, she was certainly around at the time of your wedding! I can't remember whether Joy-Maria had been born then, it was around the same time so there may be TWO more names! Dawn is staying with J-M in London at present going home shortly to Perth via Canada I believe.
Love to Carmelita,
Maurice
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Jul 18, 2006 - 17:38 -
Maurice, Thanks for reminding me. For the record the actual date was Joy Maria's first birthday,in the circumstances easy to remember. ttfn ben
E-mail:
Name: ben -aka James etc. Aldiss
From: Neptune- deep end
http://
Jul 21, 2006 - 11:50 -
Regret to report that I have been informed that I am already booked for the weekend 24/26 September for a wedding so have to withdraw from Falkirk reunion1 (Who cheered?). As we have made two of the get-togethers this year I suppose I mustn't complain.
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Dark Moment is pleased to share good news in the Rogues' Gallery. Good news for him, at least! - MAJB
Jul 30, 2006 - 18:50 -
Look on the bright side"Most Ancient One"it all boils down to one less hangover or two!!!!
And of course the very good news from the new world,are you now elegible for a hangover Mark??
Yes I have returned from points near and far to a wet,cold and miserable Bowral,but loving being here,the showers you have over there are bloody hopeless,to be perfectly frank.
Lundy was brilliant,I walked up the hill to the pub and that was far enough for me!It was an excellent day,I got sunburnt,many thanks to all who organised it and especially to our taxi driver!!!!
E-mail:
Name: Bob Steer
From:
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Jul 31, 2006 - 04:50 -
Gentlemen, more sad news I'm afraid.
George William Moore, Radio Officer Superintendant, based in Hong Kong, has passed away just before his 79th birthday, on Wednesday 26th July 2006 after a long Illness. George joined CNCo on 3/8/52 and served with the company until his retirement 31/7/78 and we offer our sincere condolences to his wife and family.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stuart Shields
From: High Wycombe
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Aug 01, 2006 - 08:35 -
If anyone has details of George Moore's funeral please let me know.
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Aug 03, 2006 - 07:39 -
Gentlemen.....the details regarding George W. Moore's funeral are as follows:-
He is to be buried at St.Paul's Church, Canterbury, at 1130hrs on August 11th and I am sure that some of his old friends would like to attend. I didn't know him but rest in peace George.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Aug 04, 2006 - 03:45 -
Hi all, can anyone inform me of the whereabouts of Frank Clark, who was or is an employee of Swires in Sydney Oz.
E-mail: wmgibson@ozemail.com.au
Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Oz
http://
I think Frank retired, Warwick, which will allow him more even more time to concentrate on cricket and beer. I doubt that many know him within this crowd, but why don't you just give Swire Travel in Spring Street a call? Someone there will know. Send him my best should you catch up with him - MAJB
Aug 06, 2006 - 22:45 -
Sorry to learn of George Moore's death.I came to know him during my spell ashore in the HK office ( Dec1959- October1962)George worked in the office next door to mine. He had a nice sense of humour that kept things in perspective: a good bloke , what more can one say? My condolences to his family.
E-mail:
Name: James -aka Ben'-Aldiss
From: Ma's
http://
Aug 08, 2006 - 03:52 -
Sadly gentlemen, I am attending a funeral of an old mate of mine from Air New Zealand tomorrow (August 9 2006) Colleen & my 49th wedding anniversary, David 'Dibby's' Dibbs he was the ANZ guy who traveled with me to SIN in the early 70s and I started the SEA cruises aboard RASA SAYANG. Dibby's was a Sydney lad and only aged 66.
RIP Dibby's old mate!!
E-mail: wmgibson@ozemail.com.au
Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Oz
http://
Aug 08, 2006 - 15:17 -
C'mon chaps, this is starting to sound like an obituary column! My stepdaughter recently gave birth to her first child, a daughter, at the age of 42! Isn't that a bit cheering? My younger daughter-in-law is due to launch her second in September so we shall have seven grandchildren to look after us in due course. The nearest I have to a sailor is that three gran'daughters are keen canoeists!
To add cream to the jam, my golf handicap has been cut to 15, which is what is was when I left Hong Kong 27 years ago!!
To top it all Dark Moment is fit and well.
Cheers.
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Aug 11, 2006 - 03:06 -
Well done Ancient Mariner, we need (not us old bastards) to launch a few more NEW ones into this world we live in. My eldest son Anthony launched a beautiful baby boy, now 18 months old. I don't think he will become a Mariner, his Dad is helicopter pilot, but there is a saying float & fly so maybe he will do both.
E-mail: wmgibson@ozemail.com.au
Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Oz
http://
Aug 12, 2006 - 04:09 -
Went to George Moore's funeral yesterday, Julie & Trevor Kay Russell were also there. A good crowd of locals, it seems George was quite active in the church and assosciated groups.
Very nautical flavour to the service, George originally went to sea as an R/O at a very young age in 1943 so he saw some of the nasties of WW2.
A nice competent chap and good to work with.
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Aug 13, 2006 - 03:40 -
Gentlemen, Regarding the Falkirk reunion, we have had twwo cancellations. Maurice Burbidge (The Ancient Mariner)cannot be with us after all because of a wedding on the same weekend and unfortunately our dear Ron Sullivan has been taken into hospital with heart problems. His daughter has informed me that he's in good spirits though and hopes to make a full recovery. Get well soon Ron, we're all going to miss you at Falkirk.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe (Yes, that one)
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Aug 13, 2006 - 04:57 -
Get well soon Ron
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Aug 15, 2006 - 15:45 -
I dont know if i will get any luck here, i worked on the Anco ships from 1982-1988 we had the Swires flag on our housing and wondered if anyone had any ideas of tracing old ship mates?
E-mail: bellydancer@turkishdelight.freeserve.co.uk
Name: Paul Herbert
From: earth or somewhere near
http://
Aug 16, 2006 - 05:55 -
Paul, try here:http://www.btinternet.com/~tinker.taylor/Athel/index.htm
E-mail: rushtonjs@aol.com
Name: John Rushton
From: Southampton
http://
Aug 17, 2006 - 04:20 -
Oh dear, this page is begining to be all doom and gloom but I have no choice but to announce the passing of another gentleman that some of you may remember.
Xavier Pertierra passed away yesterday, 16th August, in Manila and some of you "Old Salts" may remember Mr Pertierra as the CNCo agent in Soriamont Shipping, Manila.......now who could forget Manila. Our condolences go out to his family.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe
http:// swiremariners.com
Aug 17, 2006 - 04:28 -
Gentlemen.......after the last piece of sad news, I can now announce a bright spark of happiness. I've received an e-mail from Ron Sullivan and he's been released from hospital after a heart operation and he seems to be back in his old form. Unfortunately, he still wont be able to join us at Falkirk but who knows, he may make it over here to Poverty Rock (Aussie expression) some time in the near future.
E-mail: SShie70652@aol.com
Name: Stu Shields
From: High Wycombe (Home of the brave?)
http:// www.swiremariners.com
Aug 18, 2006 - 00:59 -
How come I have to have news of Ron from 10,000kms away,or so, when he only lives 100 km from here.?
I hope you are in tip top shape Ron and wonder what caused your problems.i am sure going to Falkirk would have solved things for you,but with The Ancient One and you not going whats the point of it?
Haven't heard of him from up north lately,I did hear he might be heading South and have a bottle or six in the cellar.do I start drinking it now Tony or sit on it for a while longer?
Cheers.
E-mail: bobjen@bigpond.net.au
Name: Bob Steer
From:
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Aug 19, 2006 - 04:40 -
Nice picture,who the four x is it?
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Aug 20, 2006 - 18:00 -
Get well soon Ron, see you in Sydney in February.
Having a pic of Bob Steer to look at is not the quickest road to recovery, the only reason he has all those bottles around him is that he can't get the tops off (Old Age methinks!!)
Check the Rogues Gallery for pics of Chris Coy and myself on our epic voyage down the East Coast of Aus. Even a pic of Uncle Cyril is there for you to look at a speed your way back to good health.
Cheers and best wishes and good health to all
E-mail: crowmountain@telstra.com
Name: Tony Ravenhill
From: Sunny Queensland
http:// http://www.geocities.com/crowmountain2002
Sep 02, 2006 - 21:43 -
how come when I post a message the whole damn network goes quiet. I shall be in UK for a month or so next april/may please keep me up to date with any parties or gatherings that may be on at that time
Cheers
E-mail: crowmountain@telstra.com
Name: I think I've forgotten
From:
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Sep 03, 2006 - 02:05 -
They are fleeing in their thousands
already Tony,you can hear the wives saying is that the bus he 's travelling in that's not being parked at my back door and just look at his shorts!!
Good to know all is well "oop north" and when you come South leave the bus at home.
E-mail:
Name: Bob Steer
From:
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Sep 03, 2006 - 05:27 -
So that's why the government has at last decided to put a stop to immigration!!!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uka
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Sep 04, 2006 - 02:48 -
I deserve better legs, so much talent in one body.
E-mail: crowmountain@telstra.com
Name: Tony Ravenhill
From:
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Sep 05, 2006 - 00:02 -
A splendid moment for a commercial break.
For those would-be fans who were put off buying my book 'The Babylon Boat'( Author Ben Aldiss) by awful American postal charges it is now available on line( also by post ; phone etc) at Foyles of London(www.foyles.co.uk) for 11.15 pounds - post free in the uk for on line orders. I hope to have another two titles there by Christmas. Watch this space.
And no, despite the sub title -' a case in salvage' it is not a legal text book.
E-mail:
Name: Ben Aldiss
From: Ma's
http://
Sep 17, 2006 - 07:02 -
Gone quiet in the snug again!
I am heading for WA in late October for about four weeks. I shall be just outside Margaret River but will no doubt be allowed an excursion to Perth if there are any strays ex HK looking for a drinking companion. It's OK Bob, you don't have to leave town, I can't make it "over east" this time!
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Sep 20, 2006 - 11:36 -
Well, much as I would have enjoyed a frolic in Falkirk this year, CX are offering free beer in Hong Kong on Friday night so like an idiot I'm jumping on a 'plane. Haven't been out there for yonks; rumour has it they've even moved the airport..... anyway, if any SMA friends are reading this who are IN Hong Kong over the next week - I'm there until the 28th - do please be in touch. I'm staying with my cousin in Happy Valley: the tel.no there is 2575 7247 c/o Phillipa and Tony Shale.
E-mail: MABeaumont@aol.com
Name: Mark Beaumont
From: Pluto
http:// www.paxship.com
Sep 20, 2006 - 15:37 -
Have a good trip Mark. I'd like to know if all those rumours I heard of Wanchai 50 years ago are true. Keep us informed.
Maurice
E-mail: mauber85@tiscali.co.uk
Name: Ancient Mariner
From:
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Sep 21, 2006 - 17:56 -
Just send over a case or two of that excellent Margaret River wine "Most Ancient One" and those that appreciate fine wine will do the rest.A pity you can't make it but we will be able to live with that.
The "wanch" is just the same,you are remembered in all the bars,they still tell tales of yesteryear and your exploits!!!!!!
E-mail:
Name: Bob Steer
From:
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Sep 22, 2006 - 20:59 -
How terrible to be too young and so pure to not know what the "wanch" was.
E-mail: crowmountain@telstra.com
Name: Tony Ravenhill
From:
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Sep 23, 2006 - 12:51 -
Kiwis :
Does anyone have a contact email address for Nick Edwards, Colin Taylor, or Nigel Drummond.
I understand from David Ewings that Nick may have a list of contact details for all ex-CNCo/SPO boaties in "the land of the long white cloud", I think I have long lost the spelling of "Aoteoroa".
As I want someone (preferably a ginger beer) to have a look at a H & M cover risk in Windy City (Wellington) within the next few days, an early response would be much appreciated.
Alan Perry
CNCo Jolly Jack 1973-1990 (4/E - C/E - Supt)
(ex-"Erawan", old "Eriskay" and "ST Eriskay" and many similar fine vessels.
E-mail: afp@afperry.plus.com
Name: Alan Perry
From: Brixham-Upon-Sea, Devon
http://
Perry, what are you up to these days? Be in touch, you old snake - MAJB
Sep 25, 2006 - 02:11 -
I attended the Reunion weekend for the first time this year, had a wonderful afternoon on a canal boat,and enjoyed the reminiscing and laughter alot,in fact I am still laughing about the Penzance bus story! Thanks everyone, I hope to make it to Bath next year.
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Name: Mary McConnell
From: Just North of Glasgow
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Sep 25, 2006 - 03:07 -
Thats strange, I wrote the last entry at 0711,not 0211? I am an early riser, not an insomniac!
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Must be the heat. No, Mary, it's actually the time difference; this site is hosted in the US. Hence, five hours of Atlantick, tock, tick, tock - MAJB
Sep 25, 2006 - 08:12 -
Yes fellow members, another year has passed and the Falkirk reunion was a great success with 27 members putting in an appearance. I did hear that John McCall also popped in to say hello but didn't stay.
It was a wonderful weekend, enjoyed by all and thank goodness, the legendary Scottish rain held off.
Credit must go to Glen Docherty for his efforts in keeping us all together and who would forget the wonderful performance on guitar by Falkirk resident, Terry Hunter. Unfortunately, he didn't know any Led Zeplin songs but still managed to motivate yours truly.
The racket was appreciated, I think, by all who saw us motor on by.
Next year, it's an afternoon of wandering around the Roman sites of Bath, followed by an evening meal in a castle, buxom serving wenches thrown in. I somehow know that Le Cloche will like that.
It has been agreed that the summer outing is to be another Thames cruise and this time from Henley. It wont be long now before we can all apply for a Thames pilot licence.
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Name: Stu
From: High Wycombe (The nest of vipers)
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Sep 25, 2006 - 18:19 -
Sooo glad you all had a lovely time but what is the Penzance bus story???"The Most Ancient One"mighn't have understood it but surely would have passed it on to those in the colonies.
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Sep 27, 2006 - 04:06 -
Sounds like a Frobisher one to me, Bob!
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Name: Ancient Mariner
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There'll be a pic or two of Falkirk soon but in the meantime see a couple of pics of China Hands in the Rogues' Gallery, taken during Dark Moment's recent Hong Kong jolly - MAJB
Oct 01, 2006 - 05:26 -
Hi folks,does anybody have any snaps of Port Moresby circa mid 1967 when the Shansi,Taiyuan (or Changsha) and a "W" were in port together?
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Name: L a Cloche
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Oct 04, 2006 - 03:28 -
Unfortunately gentlemen, another soul has departed this 'land downunder' Clarence 'clarrie' Davis March 4 1928 - 25 August 2006. A great Wallaby & played for the good old Manly Club. He made Manly's team of the century. In his three tests against the All Blacks & Springboks the Aussie won all three. Clarrie was the founding Australian Manager of SAS and Thai International.. a great bloke. God bless him & all his family.
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Name: Warwick Gibson
From: Oz - Sydney
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Glad you see you're out and about again, Warwick! With every respect to your pal, though, we'd like to keep the focus around here on the SMA and its members - we'd prefer that this doesn't become an obit column for the world! Our Ship's Log is designed as a meeting place for SMA blokes and good friends, but we should keep it as upbeat as we can! Thanks - MAJB
Oct 09, 2006 - 04:44 -
Would really appreciate photo of ss POYANG
cheers
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Bet you don't mean this one, do you? I think not: myweb.tiscali.co.uk/somme/page12.html There were three, of course: Poyang I 1891-1934, Poyang II 1941-1963, Poyang III 1973-1981. David Cooper, who reads this forum, spent quite some time on the Poyang III, so there's a chance he may come up with a pic or two if you declare yourself! - MAJB
Oct 10, 2006 - 07:56 -
The last POYANG was also the SWIRESTAR / SIAM STAR etc at various times and lasted until nearer 2000, I forget exactly, but by then she had lost the gantry crane somewhere in Vietnam, as reported at the time in Swire News.
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Name: Chris Ryden
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Oct 11, 2006 - 04:22 -
Many thanks for your prompt replies. I should have given more info. Iwas with CNCo. '59-'62 as 2/E sailing on Poyang with Robbie Kidd as Master. Happy days
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Name: Charlie Mullin
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Oct 18, 2006 - 09:06 -
My computer has been "in hospital" so couldn't send earlier. I believe that yesterday was the 50th wedding anniversary for Ben and Carmelita Aldis, congratulations! I was there but only as a little boy!!!!!
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Oct 18, 2006 - 17:43 -
What an incredible memory the Ancient Mariner has depite his early taste for 'gimlets' when a mere 'wee lad' thinly disguised as a fourth officer!The 17th was indeed our 50th wedding anniversary and was duly celebrated with a gathering of almost all 18 of our descendants and attachments from all over the place. The old Taiyaun crowd was properly toasted .Thanks Maurice and the remaining other'few' who were there and remembered. Cheers the time has flown so pleasantly.
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Oct 19, 2006 - 05:29 -
Ben always did have an artistic bent!
For Charles Mullins: If you can find the RAN website and go to Allied Chinese Ships you will find a photograph of "Poyang",(the real one), in the colours of HMAS!
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This help, Maurice? HMAS Poyang - MAJB
Oct 21, 2006 - 05:09 -
What a picture! Hard to believe its the same ship I sailed 60/61. It is - isn't it?
Many thanks to you both.
Charlie
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Name: Charlie Mullin
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Oct 22, 2006 - 05:13 -
Not sure if Charlie is talking about my short pants or the pic of Poyang!!!!
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Name: Ancient Mariner
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Oct 25, 2006 - 21:45 -
Now in Oz!Spent overnight in Dubai en route, my how it has changed since PJR last drove me to the airport 30 years ago!
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Oct 29, 2006 - 00:20 -
Welcome to our shores "Most Ancient One" I do hope you enjoy the fine wines of the Margaret River area,I do fear they may be wasted on your palate but your consumption will be good for the economy !!!!!
Where would you be staying I wonder?Is there a sailors home in the area?Or maybe you will be treating your lovely lady to something more upmarket,I hope so,but in any case enjoy and there is always a bed in Bowral,but bring some decent weather with you,it was -1 this morning!!!1
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Oct 30, 2006 - 22:12 -
How nice to get such a welcome to the Colonies! We are staying at Cowaramup where my daughter lives,about 12 kms north of Margaret River. Daughter came out of hospital yesterday so we are on a bit of a nursing trip. Nice place but no bloody pub, not that I can afford to drink much, one large and one small beer on Sunday cost $11.50 in MRiver!Decided I shall become a wino for the next three weeks.Weather is great once the early morning chill goes off but I'm a bit wary of going out into the garden, the black cockatoos keep dropping ruddy big nuts from the trees!Son-in-law is off selling wine to some poor unfortunates so I am being despatched to MR to do the shopping,(pubs down there should be open).
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Name: ancient mariner
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Nov 06, 2006 - 13:06 -
Urgent to "Most Ancient One"don't look up and keep your mouth closed,they are not nuts the black cockatoos are dropping on you,you are being shat upon from a great height!!!!!
Apart from that you must be in paradise a son in law who is a wine salesman and I dare say trying to impress you,Stay out of M.R. and drink his wine whilst drowning your sorrows over the coming cricket results which will surely be a for gone conclusion.
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Nov 06, 2006 - 22:14 -
Just heard of the passing of Jim Corkhill. He came to HK & Japan on a temporary posting from Sydney, and stayed for around ten years! He was for many years on the CNCo desk in the Agency and did a great deal to prepare HK shippers for containerisation. I had the pleasure of working with Jim in CNCo. and Matson. Jim could sell a 'fridge to an Eskimo or central heating to somone from Timbuctoo; the word "can't" was not in his vocabulary, everything was possible with Jim, it just needed a little extra effort! A sad loss.
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Name: ancient mariner
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Nov 10, 2006 - 06:34 -
Hi all,
Sorry not to have made it to Falkirk.
Can anyone inform me of the fate of the Szechuan?
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Name: Terence Connell
From: Edinburgh
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Nov 17, 2006 - 00:55 -
Trying to ignore the rude comments from a certain elderly Engineer reclining just north of Sydney. Instead of one invalid to look after I have had two, my wife tried vaulting a cattle fence up at Wollaroo,(where?), and has been limping with an 8cm gash in her leg for two weeks. Offthis pm to view the Margaret River go-cart race, (assume Brian Bell won't be there). Would you believe they close the main highway for it! Finishing line is the Corner Bar at the Margaret River Hotel, I shall be there.Leaving for the land of Blair on Sunday.
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Nov 17, 2006 - 15:21 -
Does he realise he is in the southern hemisphere and once down here it is the opposite to up there!!We/I live south of Sydney,has he been indulging in a wee drop or two of fine aussie red or is it just his navigational talents run dry???
I wonder where the race started from,the same pub??I wonder if he was there for the start as well???
Why was your good lady running away from you????well may I ask,you never were fleet of foot and surely less so now!!Apart from that I trust you enjoyed yourself and you can now join Marcus and view the Ashes from afar.
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Nov 18, 2006 - 01:58 -
It's a shame that Bob is too young for the Aussie Cricket team and the Ancient Mariner is too old to play for the poms. Bought a similar receptacle to that of the Ashes trophy from a $2.00 shop the other day,filled it full of iron filings and got $1.99 on Ebay. Cricket is very popular here in sunny Queensland, a local lad thinks playing for the ashes has replaced 2-up in the smoking areas of the pub.
Are Bob and Maurice the only two remaining CNCo people with at least one finger left for the old keyboard. By the way, I went to school with Margaret Rivers, and Bob is definitely living in the ice age, looking at the latest weather reports.
Heading down south by boat next week have a dozen reds ready if I get the chance i will drop by and drink them, Bob.
What's your phone number at least I can ring and abuse you when I pass Booral.
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Name: Tony Ravenhill
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Nov 19, 2006 - 23:14 -
02 4862 4383 is my number but don't tell anyone it's a little bit of paradise unknown to many where the red (bring your own ) flows freely,the clear unpolluted air is available to all and there is a bed available,what more do you want.Cheers Tony.
Now this old engineer is north of Sydney and I am South,leaving sydney you go either left or right,end of navigation lesson.
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Nov 21, 2006 - 06:39 -
I was thinking of that posh place North of Sydney called B something Water, should have known they wouldn't have allowed Steer to live there.
The race started, one hour late, at the top of the town, by which time it was difficult to focus my camera. A bloody tall fence was put up around the front of the Margaret River hotel, not sure if this was to keep the cliental in or the go-carts out, it failed on both counts! Arrived "home" yesterday afternoon 36 hours after leaving my daughter's place, Emirates must use steam-power I think but all the drinks were free and food v.good.
Tony, if you do get to Bowral I suggest you throw one of the reds at Bob for me!
Cheers
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Name: Ancient Mariner
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Nov 27, 2006 - 00:55 -
I will certainly appreciate a bottle or two of the fine Margaret River Red being thrown my way anytime at all!!!!I do trust the very same fine wine was appreciated by the recent visitors to our shore,there is a doubt though when you realise he watched "go-cart" racing from a boarded up hotel,you do have a mate after all Brian!(Chester gathering Oct.2000)
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Nov 27, 2006 - 10:34 -
I bet you were worried about the cricket yesterday Bob? Not a bad effort for "Dad's Army" as Denis Lillee called them!
Would you believe that 3 days after arriving back some DOF drove his mobility scooter into the back of Beryl's legs, cut the right leg and laid the achilles tendon bare, (but fortunately did't break it), four hours and 14 stitches later....Immobilised for at least two weeks so guess who chief bottle washer is! Where the hell is my b...y amah?
Following his apology for the slave trade Tony Blair is next going to Oz to apologise for transporting all those cons! It might be a better deal if you kept our cricketers and we'll forget the apology.
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Name: Ancient Mariner
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Nov 28, 2006 - 10:19 -
Gentlemen,
It is my sad duty to inform you that yet another of our old friends has passed away.
Steamy McNaught passed to that great ocean above on Monday 27th November at Forbes, New South Wales. Unfortunately no other information is available giving the reason for his death.
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Name: Stu Shields
From: HighWycombe
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Nov 28, 2006 - 19:22 -
John McNaught passed away on 27 November in Forbes(NSW) hospital. He is survived by his two children Thomas John and Jennene, three grandchildren and his sister Mary who is resident in England. Our thoughts are with them all.
Source Liz Whitehead
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Name: Mike O'Keeffe
From: Sydney Australia
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Nov 28, 2006 - 19:31 -
The moral of this story is read before you write. But I can add that John apparently died of cancer which had attacked his postrate,pancreas and eventually bone marrow.
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Name: Mike O'Keeffe
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Nov 30, 2006 - 11:55 -
All,
I read with sorrow the "crossing of the bar", of Steamy Mcnaught.
I sailed with him on Woosung (nee Woodford) in 1964 and have the best of memories of a good shipmate.
Yours aye,
John Kelly
'64-'67
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Name: JOHN KELLY (AKA Foulweather Jack)
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Dec 01, 2006 - 00:47 -
R.I.P.Old Shipmate.
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Dec 04, 2006 - 00:54 -
Does any one know the whereabouts of
Kelvin Limbrick,Daryl Daish,Taffey Rolands,Butch Healey,or any one else I probably drank with. I was on the Hupeh,
Soochow,Anking,Kwantung & Taiyuan.I was with C.N.Co from 1959 to 1965.
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Name: Alistair Thomson
From: Banana Benders, Queensland, Australia
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Dec 04, 2006 - 10:21 -
Hey guys,if you are going to take the piss,please respect my blue blood its
BRYAN !
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Name: La Cloche
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Dec 04, 2006 - 17:14 -
Most humble apologies BRYAN,Just how could I be SO RUDE AND CRUDE???
Your's in go-carting.
ROBERT
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Dec 05, 2006 - 11:57 -
There's a new book coming out for Christmas entitled "Memoirs of an English Cricketer" or "How to Snatch Defeat from the Jaws of Victory"!
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Name: Ancient Mariner
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Dec 06, 2006 - 03:04 -
TOO OLD??????
TWO UP!!!!!!
ENOUGH SAID
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Dec 09, 2006 - 03:42 -
The latest missive from West Africa informs me that I am the sole surviving relative of a Mr. R. Mariner and have therefore inherited US$10.5 million!!!! I think I shall have to change my nom de plume!
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Name: Ancient Mariner
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Dec 11, 2006 - 23:44 -
I can think of a million names to call you "Most Ancient One "but I will be happy with that one.However I have forwarded on to your forbears in deepest Africa just some of your other names and how they can contact you through your bank.
Happy Christmas to you and yours.
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Dec 12, 2006 - 13:34 -
Now that`s better Bob,I`m organising an old farts motoring rally at next years local venue.I hope to see you on pole!!!
Yuletide greetings to you and gracious memsahib.
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Name: lacloche
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Ever vigilant, your web-brat has discovered something that no self-respecting SMA member should be without. Scroll down to the second picture on our Meetings page.
And in our Rogues' Gallery - our second topless shot! - MAJB
Dec 17, 2006 - 17:25 -
Just checky out your web page, pichers of Ravenshill velly nice, pleese keep good work up! Happy Chrismas to everyone.
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Name: Tony Ravenhill,/pp Bob Steer
From: Bore all, NSW
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Dec 17, 2006 - 17:28 -
Someone just forged my signature.
Happy Christmas and a great New Year to all
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Name: Tony Ravenhill
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Dec 19, 2006 - 04:44 -
As a mark of respect to the demise of English cricket I yesterday flew the Australian flag above my garage. I may have to move soon as I think some of my neighbours are not too amused. I understand there is an open-topped 'bus for sale in London, also a few tarnished MBE's. I don't suppose I shall be around for the next time that England wins at any sport!
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Name: Ancient Mariner
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All is not totally, lost, Maurice. Although our performance at the World Wellyboot Throwing in New Zealand this year was less than impressive, we still stand a chance at the World Beard and Moustache Growing Championships in 2007, which event will be held in Brighton; and our prowess at Tiddlywinks remains significant, having thrashed the very competitive USA teams on many occasions - MAJB
Dec 19, 2006 - 17:06 -
What is going on????First there is Marcus,now Maurice,stiff upper lip and all that,the old stiffening of the backbone,I will send a few Aussie Diggers to come over and sort you out,although Monty seems to have a bit of it lurking in his body,he is good for a laugh at least.
Come on you fellows"Your Country Needs YOU"
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Dec 22, 2006 - 11:25 -
I'm going off-line until 28th. Youngest of the Burbidge clan is being christened at Newmarket on Christmas Eve,(no she is not a horse Bob!), then we're off to Warwickshire for free grub and booze1 The Mem is still unable to drive, walks with a metal crutch shouting "pieces of eight", so drinking is restricted until the car is stabled.
A Happy Christmas to All
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There's no more. Well, not unless you look at 2007 .
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