HMT Tern
Whitten Head. Photo: Bob Anderson
HMT Tern. (Adty No 548 ) 23/02/1915
Displacement: 199 grt.
Length: 34 m. Beam: 6 m. Draught:
Propulsion: 1 x 3 cyl. triple expansion engine, single shaft, 1 screw
Complement: 12 officers and men.
Men Lost: 6
Armament: 1 x 3 pdr
Displacement: 199 grt.
Length: 34 m. Beam: 6 m. Draught:
Propulsion: 1 x 3 cyl. triple expansion engine, single shaft, 1 screw
Complement: 12 officers and men.
Men Lost: 6
Armament: 1 x 3 pdr
The steel steam trawler Tern was built 1907 in Goole by Goole Shipbuilding & Repairing Co. Ltd, Yard No 99, for Kelsall Bros & Beeching Ltd, and had was Hull-registered H.961
She was taken into service 10.14-2.15 as an auxiliary patrol vessel..
Manchester Courier - Thursday 29 August 1907
LAUNCH OF A FISHING FLEETER. Goole Shipbuilding and Repairing Co. Limited has launched from the Victoria Shipbuilding Yard a handsomely-modelled screw fleeter for Messer's. Kelsall Bros, and Beeching Limited of Hull and Manchester. The following are the dimensions the vessel: 110 ft. b.p. by 21ft. 6in. by 12ft. 6.in. depth moulded. It is constructed carry about 150 tons of coal, and has two large trimming tanks in the fore hold, capable holding forty to fifty tone of water ballast. The machinery has been built by Messrs. Earle's Shipbuilding and Engineering Co. Limited, Hull. Mr. George Beeching, managing director the Arm of Messrs. Kelsall Bros, and Beeching. has personally supervised the building of the trawler, which was named " Tern." This is the twenty-fourth vessel which the Goole Shipbuilding and Repairing Company has built for Messrs. Beeching and friends, and it has eight others building, including at the firm's Dundee establishment.
She was taken into service 10.14-2.15 as an auxiliary patrol vessel..
Manchester Courier - Thursday 29 August 1907
LAUNCH OF A FISHING FLEETER. Goole Shipbuilding and Repairing Co. Limited has launched from the Victoria Shipbuilding Yard a handsomely-modelled screw fleeter for Messer's. Kelsall Bros, and Beeching Limited of Hull and Manchester. The following are the dimensions the vessel: 110 ft. b.p. by 21ft. 6in. by 12ft. 6.in. depth moulded. It is constructed carry about 150 tons of coal, and has two large trimming tanks in the fore hold, capable holding forty to fifty tone of water ballast. The machinery has been built by Messrs. Earle's Shipbuilding and Engineering Co. Limited, Hull. Mr. George Beeching, managing director the Arm of Messrs. Kelsall Bros, and Beeching. has personally supervised the building of the trawler, which was named " Tern." This is the twenty-fourth vessel which the Goole Shipbuilding and Repairing Company has built for Messrs. Beeching and friends, and it has eight others building, including at the firm's Dundee establishment.
THE LOSS
The Scotsman - Wednesday 24 February 1915
HULL TRAWLER ABANDONED SIX OF THE CREW SAVED. . Lloyd's agent at Talmine , near Tongue , Sutherlandshire , telegraphs : —Steam trawler Tern of Hull with a crew of twelve abandoned off Whiter's Rock . Six of crew saved . No trace of vessel yet .
Hull Daily Mail - Wednesday 24 February 1915.
TRAWLER TERN WRECKED. Lloyd's agent at Talmine, near Tongue, Sutherlandshire, telegraphs that the steam trawler Tern, of Hull, with crew of twelve, has been abandoned off Whiters Rock Six of the Crew were saved. There is no trace the vessel yet the trawler Tern is Owned by Kelsall Bros, and Beeching. but at present under Government charter.
Yorkshire Post and Leeds Intelligencer - Thursday 25 February 1915
THE HULL TRAWLER TERN. News has been received that the Hull trawler Tern, reported as yesterday as abandoned, belonging to Messrs Kelsall Bros, and Beeching, Hull, has been wrecked off Whiten Rock, Sutherlandshire. Six of the crew 12 were saved. The owners have no details of the wreck.
London Evening Standard - Thursday 23 February 1915
TERN, steam trawler, of Hull, with a crew of 12, abandoned off Whiten Rock. Six of crew saved,. No trace of vessel yet - Talmine (near Tongue)( Sutherlandshire), Feb 23
London Evening Standard - Thursday 25 February 1915
TERN, steam trawler, of Hull, before reported abandoned has come ashore at Whiten Head. Vessel submerged and a total wreck - Talmine (near Tongue)( Sutherlandshire), Feb 24 (6:15p.m)
Liverpool Daily Post - Friday 26 February 1915
CASUALTIES. &c
TERN -- Talmine (Sutherlandshire) Feb. 24-The steamer Tern (123) Hull, came ashore at Whiten Head; submerged, total wreck. Visited the spot to-day in a small boat.
THE WRECK
The wreck of HMT Tern has no UKHO Wreck Card and has not yet been recorded as found.
CREW LOST
(Research is ongoing)
Daily News (London) - Thursday 18 March 1915
LOSSES IN THE TERN. The Secretary of the Admiralty also regrets to announce
the following casualties as the result of the foundering of H.M trawler Tern on
the 23rd ultime:
DROWNED
Douglas Alexander, Seaman, R.N.R 4471 B. Green, George, Seaman 1598 D.A.
MISSING
Booth John James Henry. Second Hand, R.N.R. 415 S.A.
Bradford George Richard, Engineman, R.N.R. 773 E.S.
Cargill, Frederick, Seaman, R.N.R 2725 C.
Swanton, John James, C.P.0.. Po. 137955
The Board of Admiralty will at once take steps to pay pensions and gratuities
provided under the regulations.
LOSSES IN THE TERN. The Secretary of the Admiralty also regrets to announce
the following casualties as the result of the foundering of H.M trawler Tern on
the 23rd ultime:
DROWNED
Douglas Alexander, Seaman, R.N.R 4471 B. Green, George, Seaman 1598 D.A.
MISSING
Booth John James Henry. Second Hand, R.N.R. 415 S.A.
Bradford George Richard, Engineman, R.N.R. 773 E.S.
Cargill, Frederick, Seaman, R.N.R 2725 C.
Swanton, John James, C.P.0.. Po. 137955
The Board of Admiralty will at once take steps to pay pensions and gratuities
provided under the regulations.
Booth, John James Henry 2nd Hand, RNR, SA 415
Birth Date: 6 Aug 1884
Birth Place: Manchester
Relatives Notified and Address: Widow, Esther. 2 Elm Villas, Keyingham, Hull.
Birth Date: 6 Aug 1884
Birth Place: Manchester
Relatives Notified and Address: Widow, Esther. 2 Elm Villas, Keyingham, Hull.
Bradford, George Richard Engineman, RNR, ES 773
Birth Date: 28 Dec 1877
Birth Place: Hull
Relatives Notified and Address: Widow Alice Edith Dibnah. 6, Gladys Terrace, Walcott Street, Hull.
Hull Daily Mail 2nd March 1915
HULL TRAWLER TERN. George E. Bradford (37), second engineer of the Hull trawler Tern, was lost on February 23rd, on the west coast of Scotland while engaged in mine-sweeping operations. Six the crew were saved and six are missing. Mr Bradford was married, and has left wife and two children. He lived at 6. Gladys-terrace, Walcottstreet, Hessle-road, Hull.
''Lost his life at sea while serving in H.M Minesweeper "TERN"
Beloved husband of Isabella Coull'' Photo: Finches
Cargill, Frederick , Seaman, RNR, C 2725
Birth Date: 23 Nov 1882
Birth Place: Ferryden, Forfar, Scotland
Relatives Notified and Address: Widow. 34 King Street, Terryden by Montrose.
Dundee Courier 01 March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard. ().
Montrose Standard 5th March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard. Cargill leaves a widow and one of a family. The remains of the former, who was lost off H.M.S. trawler Tern at Loch Eribol, arrived at Montrose on Saturday evening, and were removed to his home. On Monday the funeral took place to Sleepyhillock Cemetery, and was accorded military honours. By the kind permission of Colonel Cathcart, a large company of the Highland Cyclist Battalion attended, accompanied by their Pipe Band, which played "The Flowers of the Forest" and "The Land o' the Leal." The Battalion also provided a firing party, and " The Last Post was sounded over the grave by buglers. The Rev. Hugh Callan, M.A., Parish Church, conducted impressive services at the residence of deceased and at the graveside. Douglas, who was 42 years of age, leaves a widow and young family.
Birth Date: 23 Nov 1882
Birth Place: Ferryden, Forfar, Scotland
Relatives Notified and Address: Widow. 34 King Street, Terryden by Montrose.
Dundee Courier 01 March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard. ().
Montrose Standard 5th March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard. Cargill leaves a widow and one of a family. The remains of the former, who was lost off H.M.S. trawler Tern at Loch Eribol, arrived at Montrose on Saturday evening, and were removed to his home. On Monday the funeral took place to Sleepyhillock Cemetery, and was accorded military honours. By the kind permission of Colonel Cathcart, a large company of the Highland Cyclist Battalion attended, accompanied by their Pipe Band, which played "The Flowers of the Forest" and "The Land o' the Leal." The Battalion also provided a firing party, and " The Last Post was sounded over the grave by buglers. The Rev. Hugh Callan, M.A., Parish Church, conducted impressive services at the residence of deceased and at the graveside. Douglas, who was 42 years of age, leaves a widow and young family.
Sleepyhillock Cemetery Photo: Credit Unknown - Findagrave.com
Douglas, Alexander Seaman, RNR, B 4471
Birth Date: 25 Jan 1874
Birth Place: Montrose, Forfarshire, Scotland
Relatives Notified and Address: Widow. Back Close, 125 Northesk Road, Montrose.
Dundee Courier 01 March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard.
Montrose Standard 5th March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard. Cargill leaves a widow and one of a family. The remains of the former, who was lost off H.M.S. trawler Tern at Loch Eribol, arrived at Montrose on Saturday evening, and were removed to his home. On Monday the funeral took place to Sleepyhillock Cemetery, and was accorded military honours. By the kind permission of Colonel Cathcart, a large company of the Highland Cyclist Battalion attended, accompanied by their Pipe Band, which played "The Flowers of the Forest" and "The Land o' the Leal." The Battalion also provided a firing party, and " The Last Post was sounded over the grave by buglers. The Rev. Hugh Callan, M.A., Parish Church, conducted impressive services at the residence of deceased and at the graveside. Douglas, who was 42 years of age, leaves a widow and young family.
Birth Date: 25 Jan 1874
Birth Place: Montrose, Forfarshire, Scotland
Relatives Notified and Address: Widow. Back Close, 125 Northesk Road, Montrose.
Dundee Courier 01 March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard.
Montrose Standard 5th March 1915
MONTROSE NAVAL RESERVISTS DROWNED. Two Montrose naval reservists have been drowned in the execution of their duties. The victims, Alexander Douglas, Back Close, Lochside, and Fred Cargill, 34 King Street, Ferryden, belonged to the first reserve, and the official notification received stated that they had been washed overboard. Cargill leaves a widow and one of a family. The remains of the former, who was lost off H.M.S. trawler Tern at Loch Eribol, arrived at Montrose on Saturday evening, and were removed to his home. On Monday the funeral took place to Sleepyhillock Cemetery, and was accorded military honours. By the kind permission of Colonel Cathcart, a large company of the Highland Cyclist Battalion attended, accompanied by their Pipe Band, which played "The Flowers of the Forest" and "The Land o' the Leal." The Battalion also provided a firing party, and " The Last Post was sounded over the grave by buglers. The Rev. Hugh Callan, M.A., Parish Church, conducted impressive services at the residence of deceased and at the graveside. Douglas, who was 42 years of age, leaves a widow and young family.
Melness Cemetery, Tongue Photo: Unknown - Findagrave.com
Green, George Deck Hand, RNR, DA 1598
Birth Date:19 Feb 1878
Birth Place: Ipswich, Suffolk
Relatives Notified and Address: Sister: Mrs, R Pratt Bull Inn Hickling, Norwich or Melton Mowbray
Birth Date:19 Feb 1878
Birth Place: Ipswich, Suffolk
Relatives Notified and Address: Sister: Mrs, R Pratt Bull Inn Hickling, Norwich or Melton Mowbray
Swanton, John James Chief Petty Officer (Pens), 137955 (Po)
Birth Date: 20 Feb 1871,
Birth Place: Devonport.
Relatives Notified and Address: Mother: Catherine; 44, North Street, Portsea, Portsmouth
Birth Date: 20 Feb 1871,
Birth Place: Devonport.
Relatives Notified and Address: Mother: Catherine; 44, North Street, Portsea, Portsmouth
Survivors
Skipper. Daniel Stather RNR W.S.A.382
T. Green. Deck Hand R.N.R. D.A.1600
E. Scales. Trimmer. R.N.R. T.S.745
John Beelby Chief Engineer. R.N.R. E.S.781 .
Hull Daily Mail 25 February 1915
Mrs. Beelby, wife of John Beelby, chief engineer of the Hull trawler Tern, wrecked off West coast of Scotland, has received a telegram, " Happily, saved." Six of twelve of the crew have been lost.
Hull Daily Mail 26 February 1915
SAVED FROM TRAWLER TERN
John Beelby, 2, Victoria-terrace, Williamson-street, the chief engineer of the Hull trawler Tern, lost off the West Coast of Scotland. The Tern was under Government charter, and Engineer Beelby has wired to his wife: ''John happily saved.''
Hull Daily Mail 25 February 1915
Mrs. Beelby, wife of John Beelby, chief engineer of the Hull trawler Tern, wrecked off West coast of Scotland, has received a telegram, " Happily, saved." Six of twelve of the crew have been lost.
Hull Daily Mail 26 February 1915
SAVED FROM TRAWLER TERN
John Beelby, 2, Victoria-terrace, Williamson-street, the chief engineer of the Hull trawler Tern, lost off the West Coast of Scotland. The Tern was under Government charter, and Engineer Beelby has wired to his wife: ''John happily saved.''
K. McLeod. A.B. R.N.R A.4644
K. McLean. A.B. R.N.R B.2613
