COMMODORE RETIRES
FAMOUS ATLANTIC CAPTAIN.
(British Official Wireless.)
RUGBY, November 2
Newspapers state that Sir- Arthur Rostroii, Commodore of the Qinuird Line and one of the best known commanders in the Atlantic service, has decided to retire next year. Sir Arthur Rostron commands the Berengnria, which is being refitted. Previously lie commanded the Mauretania, for twenty years the fastest ship on the Atlantic. He is said to have saved more lives than any other sea captain. Among his rescues were the 705 survivors of the Titanic. He was knighted (K.8.E.) four years ago, and shortly afterwards received the freedom of New York City.
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Hokitika Guardian, 7 November 1930, Page 2
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