MISHAP TO THE OROYA
RESULT OF BAD WEATHER.
United Press Association —Copyright LONDON, Juno 3.
The Oroya, whon off tho Portuguese const, encountered a strong wind which hindered her progress. Just after sho rounded Ushant lighthouse a sudden extensive vibration and stoppage, of tho engines alarmed <ome of tho more timid passengers, who Fonrod something big had struck tho vessel. They wore promptly reassured, but had tlio breakdown occurred a little earlier in tho night tlio steamer would havo drifted on the rocks. The wind carried lior seawards. Several vessels in tho vicinity offered assistance, blit this was declined.
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Gisborne Times, Volume XXV, Issue 2098, 5 June 1907, Page 3
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