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D162244-3
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- 1972-09-19 (Creation)
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In mid-September, 1972, hordes of Tacomans boarded the "Nonsuch," an authentic replica of the 17th century sailing ship whose voyage to North America in 1668 proved pivotal in the establishment of the Hudson's Bay Co., as the 53-foot ketch arrived at Old Town Dock for public display. A special group of visitors were afforded a short private cruise on September 19th before the "Nonsuch" took leave of Tacoma. These Tacomans had shared in the Hudson's Bay Co.'s 300th anniversary celebration in London in 1970. Washington State Historical Society president Reno Odlin (center with checkered light jacket) and prominent local attorney E.K. Murray were photographed with the English ship's captain, Adrian Small (beret). The crew of 11 and Captain Small were given a big welcome from the city on their arrival on September 15, 1972. The city fireboat, many private boats, and hundreds of onshore spectators were present. Photograph ordered by the Washington State Historical Society. (TNT 9-11-72, p. 31- article; TNT 9-16-72, p. 1 -article; TNT 9-24-72, B-7)
Odlin, Reno, 1897-1979; Murray, E.K.; Small, Adrian; Sailing ships--England;