Nautical circles in Wanganui express the opinion that it would be futile to make further attempts to refloat the Port Bowen, and it is probable that the Vessel will be stripped of her gear and this disposed of. The steamer is closer in shore than ever and the leakage is most extensive, almost constant pumping being required to keep the. water down, stater, an exchange.
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Wairarapa Times-Age, 12 October 1939, Page 8
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