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Series consists of ship plans relating to John Clarkson’s position as the Nautical Inspector for Transport Canada. The breakdown of the 14 ship plans is: Island Princess (3), Jefferson (1), PacifiCat Explorer (5), Estevan (2), Stern Wheel Steamer (1), Indianapolis (1), Cheakamus (1).

Originally built in 1913 in Tacoma Washington in 1918 she was owned by Canadian Pacific Railways Steamships Services and was put on Gulf Islands service. During 1930-1961 ownership was transferred to the Gulf Islands Ferry Company. In 1930 she was rebuilt in Victoria at Point Hope Marine railway. In 1956 she was rebuilt with an increased car capacity. In 1964 she was owned by the BC Ferry Authority and was used on the Swartz Bay – Fulford Harbour Service. In 1966 she was used as a supply store for fishermen. The plan is drawn by Noel W. Baker.

Betty L is a fishpacker tug. Built in 1926 in Meteghan, Nova Scotia she was owned by South Shore Packers Ltd until 1934. In 1937 she was sold to owners in Vancouver. 1942-1965 she was owned by London Fish Co. Ltd., Vancouver and has had even more owners since including some in Washington State. From 2009-2010 she was being refit in Port Townsend. She had a Fairbanks Morse Co. engine. Correspondence between HG Robinson, JT Edmond, FA Willsher, and Lt Colonel H Allen regarding the condition of the hull and machinery for the requisition of Betty L for the second World War.

Correspondence regarding the requisition of the vessel for the Second World War between JT Edmond, HGR, OC Military District No11, Lt-Colonel Hugh Allan DAQMG MD No11. There are quotes sent by Island Tug & Barge Co. Ltd. and Canadian Fairbanks-Morse Co Ltd for a water scow. In one letter there is discussion of the cost of towing to Yorke Island.