FATAL COLLISION.
London, April 30. A collision occurred off the Needle, Isle of Wight, yesterday, between the ships Moto and Smirmia. The latter was bound for Sydney with a general cargo. The weather was thick, and the Moto struck the Smirmia amidships. The Smirmia sank rapidly. A boat from the Moto picked up 15 of the Smirmia's crew, whilst three others jumped on the Moto's bows. Twelve persons were drowned, including Captain Taylor and the pilot. The Smirmia carried no passengers. None of the Moto's crew were injured, and she sustained little damage.
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Ashburton Guardian, Volume VII, Issue 1829, 1 May 1888, Page 3
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93FATAL COLLISION. Ashburton Guardian, Volume VII, Issue 1829, 1 May 1888, Page 3
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