Algie was built in 1929 in Shelbourne, Nova Scotia by Shelbourne Shipbuilders Ltd. In 1935 she was moved to Prince Rupert, BC. 1938-1945 she was owned by British Columbia Packers Ltd, Vancouver. She was a part of the Fishermen’s Reserve fleet from September to November 1939. She sank in 1943.
The file contains correspondence regarding the requisition of the vessel for the Second World War between FA Willsher, HG Robinson, JT Edmond and reports by JT Edmond on the inspection of machinery was done at the Old DryDock in Esquimalt and the inspection of the hull was done at Point Hope shipyards.

Series consists of records relating to the correspondence between members of the Steamship Inspectors Office including the Chairman, Senior Steamship Inspectors and Steamship Inspectors, amongst others regarding inspections done before and after the requisition of vessels for the second world war. There is also additional correspondence, including with the owners of the vessels.