River Tay Tragedies
Leading Stoker Charles Edwin Henderson, H.M.S Vulcan 26/05/1910
HMS Vulcan off Newport on River Tay
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Friday 27 May 1910
VULCAN STOKER LOSES HIS LIFE IN THE TAY,
And Body is Not Yet Recovered.
Leading Stoker Henderson, of H.M.S. Vulcan, was drowned under distressing circumstances in the Tay last night. The repair ship is anchored in one of the most treacherous parts of the river, close to the Newport side, and the strong under-current was to all appearances responsible for the unfortunate man's sudden disappearance. Shortly after five o'clock the crew of the vessel were roused to action the cry of " Man overboard." With all haste the steam pinnace was manned, and at once set off to effect a rescue. Henderson and another seaman were struggling in the water, and were being carried away swiftly by the strong current. Henderson's companion was rescued in an exhausted condition. Preparations were next made to lend assistance to Henderson himself, but the man could not be seen. He was wearing heavy sea boots at the time of the accident, and it is surmised that had been outweighed by these.. Evidence of a keen struggle for life was furnished by the fact that the man's blue jumper, which had apparently got rid of in order to make himself more fit to maintain the struggle, was picked up distance from the scene of the tragedy. Henderson was attached to submarine C 19.
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NO TRACE OF BODY. A search for the missing man was instituted to-day, but up to . (sic) o'clock trace the body had been found.
Dundee Courier - Friday 27 May 1910
DUNDEE SUBMARINE TRAGEDY.
TWO SEAMEN FALL INTO TAY.
ATTEMPT TO RESCUE STOKER FAILS.
A distressing accident, which it feared has been attended by the loss the life of Leading Stoker Henderson, occurred last night on board H.M.S. Vulcan, the parent ship of the submarine flotilla at Dundee. The Vulcan is anchored in the river close to the Newport shore, and between five and six o'clock yesterday evening two seamen accidentally fell into the water. The men, it is stated, were wearing heavy sea boots at the time, and the difficulty their position in the water was thus greatly increased. The alarm was immediately raised, but the men were swiftly carried down the river by the strong ebb tide. With all haste a steam pinnace set out for the purpose effecting a rescue. One the men was picked up in an exhausted condition, but unfortunately no trace of Henderson could found. Henderson is stated to have been a, good swimmer, and evidence the strenuous efforts he had made to save his life is furnished by the fact that the crew of the pinnace picked his blue jumper, which he had apparently cast off in order make himself more fit to maintain the struggle in the water. The unfortunate man had probably been overweighed by his heavy sea boots. He was attached to Submarine C 19. The other man who was in serious condition when picked up the pinnace, received every attention on board H.M.S. Vulcan, and made good progress towards recovery. It was thought first that leading Stoker Henderson had probably managed to swim ashore, but the fact that nothing had been heard of him late last night unfortunately confirms the belief that has been drowned.
VULCAN STOKER LOSES HIS LIFE IN THE TAY,
And Body is Not Yet Recovered.
Leading Stoker Henderson, of H.M.S. Vulcan, was drowned under distressing circumstances in the Tay last night. The repair ship is anchored in one of the most treacherous parts of the river, close to the Newport side, and the strong under-current was to all appearances responsible for the unfortunate man's sudden disappearance. Shortly after five o'clock the crew of the vessel were roused to action the cry of " Man overboard." With all haste the steam pinnace was manned, and at once set off to effect a rescue. Henderson and another seaman were struggling in the water, and were being carried away swiftly by the strong current. Henderson's companion was rescued in an exhausted condition. Preparations were next made to lend assistance to Henderson himself, but the man could not be seen. He was wearing heavy sea boots at the time of the accident, and it is surmised that had been outweighed by these.. Evidence of a keen struggle for life was furnished by the fact that the man's blue jumper, which had apparently got rid of in order to make himself more fit to maintain the struggle, was picked up distance from the scene of the tragedy. Henderson was attached to submarine C 19.
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NO TRACE OF BODY. A search for the missing man was instituted to-day, but up to . (sic) o'clock trace the body had been found.
Dundee Courier - Friday 27 May 1910
DUNDEE SUBMARINE TRAGEDY.
TWO SEAMEN FALL INTO TAY.
ATTEMPT TO RESCUE STOKER FAILS.
A distressing accident, which it feared has been attended by the loss the life of Leading Stoker Henderson, occurred last night on board H.M.S. Vulcan, the parent ship of the submarine flotilla at Dundee. The Vulcan is anchored in the river close to the Newport shore, and between five and six o'clock yesterday evening two seamen accidentally fell into the water. The men, it is stated, were wearing heavy sea boots at the time, and the difficulty their position in the water was thus greatly increased. The alarm was immediately raised, but the men were swiftly carried down the river by the strong ebb tide. With all haste a steam pinnace set out for the purpose effecting a rescue. One the men was picked up in an exhausted condition, but unfortunately no trace of Henderson could found. Henderson is stated to have been a, good swimmer, and evidence the strenuous efforts he had made to save his life is furnished by the fact that the crew of the pinnace picked his blue jumper, which he had apparently cast off in order make himself more fit to maintain the struggle in the water. The unfortunate man had probably been overweighed by his heavy sea boots. He was attached to Submarine C 19. The other man who was in serious condition when picked up the pinnace, received every attention on board H.M.S. Vulcan, and made good progress towards recovery. It was thought first that leading Stoker Henderson had probably managed to swim ashore, but the fact that nothing had been heard of him late last night unfortunately confirms the belief that has been drowned.
Dundee Courier - Saturday 28 May 1910
The Tay Tragedy.—A search was made yesterday for the body of Leading Stoker Henderson, who was drowned the the previous night from Submarine C 19, but without success The opinion is held that with the strong and dangerous currents which prevail at the scene the tragedy the body may have been carried down the river on to the Newcome Bank, where shifting sands axe present.
Dundee Courier - Thursday 09 June 1910
BODY FOUND NEAR TAYPORT. SUPPOSED BE THAT OF VULCAN STOKER. While some men were fishing at the Eight last night they observed a body floating the river about; 20 yards away. They towed it up to the harbour, and sent information to police and Sanitary Inspector, who had the body conveyed to the mortuary. It supposed to be that of the stoker who was drowned from the Vulcan about a fortnight ago.
The Tay Tragedy.—A search was made yesterday for the body of Leading Stoker Henderson, who was drowned the the previous night from Submarine C 19, but without success The opinion is held that with the strong and dangerous currents which prevail at the scene the tragedy the body may have been carried down the river on to the Newcome Bank, where shifting sands axe present.
Dundee Courier - Thursday 09 June 1910
BODY FOUND NEAR TAYPORT. SUPPOSED BE THAT OF VULCAN STOKER. While some men were fishing at the Eight last night they observed a body floating the river about; 20 yards away. They towed it up to the harbour, and sent information to police and Sanitary Inspector, who had the body conveyed to the mortuary. It supposed to be that of the stoker who was drowned from the Vulcan about a fortnight ago.
Dundee Courier - Monday 13 June 1910
NAVAL FUNERAL AT DUNDEE. ,
Saturday afternoon the body of leading Stoker William Henderson, of Submarine C19, one the vessels attached to the Dundee Submarine Base was interred in the Eastern Necropolis, Dundee, with full naval honours. Henderson lost his life in the Tay about a. fortnight ago, and his body was recovered on last. The funeral took place from Broughty Ferry, whither the remains had been conveyed from Tayport. The coffin was on a gun carriage belonging to the R.N.V.R., Dundee, the band of which accompanied the cortege, and played the ''Dead March'' in ''Saul." A detachment, of about fifty Dundee Reservists also took part in the procession, along with a number of officers marines, and bluejackets from H.M.S. Vulcan and submarines. , The burial "service was conducted by the "Very Rev. Provost Moir, of St Paul's Cathedral Church, Dundee, and firing party fired three in the air and bugler sounded the Last. Post,." , Over a dozen beautiful wreaths were sent by the officers and different ratings of the Vulcan and the submarines.
Western Morning News - Tuesday 14 June 1910
LEADING STOKER DROWNED.
The funeral, with full naval honours, took place on Saturday afternoon at Dundee of Leading Stoker William Henderson, of submarine C 19, Henderson fell off the submarine about a fortnight ago, and although a plucky attempt at rescue was made he was His drowned owing to the weight of his sea boots. The body was recovered on Wednesday last. The funeral was attended by the band and a detachment of the Dundee Naval Volunteer Reserve, and the coffin was placed on a gun-carriage belonging to the Reservist. The interment took place, in the presence of a large crowd in the Eastern Necropolis, Dundee, the Very Rev. Provost Moir, of St Paul's Cathedral, Dundee, conducting the service. This is the first death since the Flotilla arrived in the Tay,
The grave was covered with wreaths from the officers and and the submarine ratings of H.M.S. Vulcan and the submarine Flotilla. Henderson belonged to Essex.
Western Morning News - Tuesday 14 June 1910
LEADING STOKER DROWNED.
The funeral, with full naval honours, took place on Saturday afternoon at Dundee of Leading Stoker William Henderson, of submarine C 19, Henderson fell off the submarine about a fortnight ago, and although a plucky attempt at rescue was made he was His drowned owing to the weight of his sea boots. The body was recovered on Wednesday last. The funeral was attended by the band and a detachment of the Dundee Naval Volunteer Reserve, and the coffin was placed on a gun-carriage belonging to the Reservist. The interment took place, in the presence of a large crowd in the Eastern Necropolis, Dundee, the Very Rev. Provost Moir, of St Paul's Cathedral, Dundee, conducting the service. This is the first death since the Flotilla arrived in the Tay,
The grave was covered with wreaths from the officers and and the submarine ratings of H.M.S. Vulcan and the submarine Flotilla. Henderson belonged to Essex.
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Dundee Eastern Cemetery. Photo: Clare Sim (find a grave)
Seaman James Larkins, H.M.S. Vulcan, 27/08/1910
Dundee Courier - Wednesday 31 August 1910
DEATH OF NAVAL BOXER. James Larkins, seaman on board H.MS. Vulcan, has passed away in Dundee Royal Infirmary, the cause death being pneumonia. Larkins was well known in Dundee as a boxer of fine ability, and in the boxing carnival held in the city some time ago he took a prominent part. His reputation as a pugilist was more than local, and he appeared in many fights in all parts of the British Isles. As a shipmate Larkins was beloved by his fellows on the Vulcan, and his death has brought forth heartfelt expressions of regret from every one of them.
DEATH OF NAVAL BOXER. James Larkins, seaman on board H.MS. Vulcan, has passed away in Dundee Royal Infirmary, the cause death being pneumonia. Larkins was well known in Dundee as a boxer of fine ability, and in the boxing carnival held in the city some time ago he took a prominent part. His reputation as a pugilist was more than local, and he appeared in many fights in all parts of the British Isles. As a shipmate Larkins was beloved by his fellows on the Vulcan, and his death has brought forth heartfelt expressions of regret from every one of them.
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Dundee Eastern Cemetery. Photo: Clare Sim (find a grave)
Ships Steward Robert Charles Dalton. H.M.S. Vulcan 14/11/1910
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Monday 14 November 1910
VULCAN STEWARD MEETS TRAGIC END FROM POISONING ATTACK
After Eating Tinned Lobster.
A tragic poisoning affair on board H.M.S. Vulcan, the depot ship of the Tay submarine flotilla, reported. The victim is Robert Charles Dalton (25). a canteen steward, whose body lies in the mortuary at Dundee Infirmary. was due his " evening ashore" last night, but in the course of the late afternoon one of his messmates, who takes duty with Dalton, asked him to exchange duties. . " All right, I'll stay. I'll and have a tightner ." That was his reply to the request, and as his comrade went ashore Dalton made his way his pantry, where he set about preparing a snack. Tinned lobsters was one of the dainties he fancied. Opening tin obtained from the store made a hearty meal.
POISONING ATTACK.
Some little lime afterwards he complained of feeling sick, and the symptoms developing quickly, Dalton was in the throes of acute sickness and severe pain. He was placed in the sick ward, and the medical officers attended him. The doctors diagnosed his case as one of poisoning, and everything was done to ease the suffering. Despite these attentions, Dalton gradually became worse, and about three o'clock this morning it was decided to remove him to Dundee Infirmary for treatment.
DIES AT INFIRMARY DOOR. The suffering man was properly sheltered blankets, and was placed on board the steam launch and taken to Dundee Harbour. The police authorities, who had been apprised of the proceeding, had the ambulance van attendance to convey the patient to the Infirmary When the launch reached Dundee Dalton was found be unconscious, and passed away practically at the door of the Infirmary.
GLOOM ON VULCAN.
The tragic occurrence has caused a feeling keen personal regret and sympathy on board the Vulcan. Dalton was well liked by his shipmates. As he was bright and cheery on Sunday afternoon, the suddenness of his end adds poignancy to the tragic occurrence. Dalton, who belongs to the South of England, was big. strongly-made fellow, endowed with muscular strength above the average, being said that he could lift a barrel of apples above his head. It right say that the tinned lobsters was not obtained from any of the Dundee contractors.
Dundee Courier - Tuesday 15 November 1910
VULCAN CANTEEN STEWARD dies from ptomaine poisoning.
Robert Dalton (23), a canteen server on board H.M.S. Vulcan, died in Dundee Infirmary yesterday morning from the effects of poisoning. Dalton had agreed forego his evening ashore on Sunday in favour of a messmate, and shortly after eight o'clock at night sat down to bit of supper. Tinned lobster was one of the items. A little later Dalton complaint of sickness. The attack became severe, and the medical men diagnosed the case as one of poisoning. No improvement showed in the case towards midnight so arrangements were made to have Dalton conveyed to Dundee for treatment at the Infirmary. By means of the launch he was conveyed to Dundee Harbour, where the ambulance van was in waiting. By the time the launch reached the quay Dalton was unconscious, and died a few minutes after entering the Infirmary. The peculiar circumstances of the affair and the suddenness of the young man's end caused a feeling of gloom amongst the men of the submarine flotilla. Dalton was vigorous and hearty young man, and had his home at Gillingham, Kent.
Dundee Courier - Friday 18 November 1910
Vulcan Victim Buried in England--The remains of Robert Charles Dalton (23), who was attached to H.M.S. Vulcan, and who died Dundee Royal Infirmary from ptomaine poisoning, were yesterday interred at Gillingham, Kent, deceased's home.
VULCAN STEWARD MEETS TRAGIC END FROM POISONING ATTACK
After Eating Tinned Lobster.
A tragic poisoning affair on board H.M.S. Vulcan, the depot ship of the Tay submarine flotilla, reported. The victim is Robert Charles Dalton (25). a canteen steward, whose body lies in the mortuary at Dundee Infirmary. was due his " evening ashore" last night, but in the course of the late afternoon one of his messmates, who takes duty with Dalton, asked him to exchange duties. . " All right, I'll stay. I'll and have a tightner ." That was his reply to the request, and as his comrade went ashore Dalton made his way his pantry, where he set about preparing a snack. Tinned lobsters was one of the dainties he fancied. Opening tin obtained from the store made a hearty meal.
POISONING ATTACK.
Some little lime afterwards he complained of feeling sick, and the symptoms developing quickly, Dalton was in the throes of acute sickness and severe pain. He was placed in the sick ward, and the medical officers attended him. The doctors diagnosed his case as one of poisoning, and everything was done to ease the suffering. Despite these attentions, Dalton gradually became worse, and about three o'clock this morning it was decided to remove him to Dundee Infirmary for treatment.
DIES AT INFIRMARY DOOR. The suffering man was properly sheltered blankets, and was placed on board the steam launch and taken to Dundee Harbour. The police authorities, who had been apprised of the proceeding, had the ambulance van attendance to convey the patient to the Infirmary When the launch reached Dundee Dalton was found be unconscious, and passed away practically at the door of the Infirmary.
GLOOM ON VULCAN.
The tragic occurrence has caused a feeling keen personal regret and sympathy on board the Vulcan. Dalton was well liked by his shipmates. As he was bright and cheery on Sunday afternoon, the suddenness of his end adds poignancy to the tragic occurrence. Dalton, who belongs to the South of England, was big. strongly-made fellow, endowed with muscular strength above the average, being said that he could lift a barrel of apples above his head. It right say that the tinned lobsters was not obtained from any of the Dundee contractors.
Dundee Courier - Tuesday 15 November 1910
VULCAN CANTEEN STEWARD dies from ptomaine poisoning.
Robert Dalton (23), a canteen server on board H.M.S. Vulcan, died in Dundee Infirmary yesterday morning from the effects of poisoning. Dalton had agreed forego his evening ashore on Sunday in favour of a messmate, and shortly after eight o'clock at night sat down to bit of supper. Tinned lobster was one of the items. A little later Dalton complaint of sickness. The attack became severe, and the medical men diagnosed the case as one of poisoning. No improvement showed in the case towards midnight so arrangements were made to have Dalton conveyed to Dundee for treatment at the Infirmary. By means of the launch he was conveyed to Dundee Harbour, where the ambulance van was in waiting. By the time the launch reached the quay Dalton was unconscious, and died a few minutes after entering the Infirmary. The peculiar circumstances of the affair and the suddenness of the young man's end caused a feeling of gloom amongst the men of the submarine flotilla. Dalton was vigorous and hearty young man, and had his home at Gillingham, Kent.
Dundee Courier - Friday 18 November 1910
Vulcan Victim Buried in England--The remains of Robert Charles Dalton (23), who was attached to H.M.S. Vulcan, and who died Dundee Royal Infirmary from ptomaine poisoning, were yesterday interred at Gillingham, Kent, deceased's home.
Canteen Steward George Donaldson. H.M.S. Vulcan 14/11/1910
Daily Record - Tuesday 15 November 1910
NAVAL TRAGEDY.
SEAMAN EXPIRES AFTER EATING TINNED MEAT.
A tragic poisoning affair occurred on board H.M.S. Vulcan, the repair ship attached to the Tay Submarine Flotilla, early yesterday morning. George Donaldson (27). canteen steward on board the Vulcan, had partaken of a hearty supper, which included some tinned lobster, on Sunday night. Shortly afterwards he was seized with illness, and though he was removed to the sick ward and medically attended, he gradually became worse, and it was decided to remove him in the steam pinnace to the Dundee Royal Infirmary. At the gluey the ambulance van was in waiting, but at the door of the Infirmary he expired. Death was certified to be due to poisoning.
NAVAL TRAGEDY.
SEAMAN EXPIRES AFTER EATING TINNED MEAT.
A tragic poisoning affair occurred on board H.M.S. Vulcan, the repair ship attached to the Tay Submarine Flotilla, early yesterday morning. George Donaldson (27). canteen steward on board the Vulcan, had partaken of a hearty supper, which included some tinned lobster, on Sunday night. Shortly afterwards he was seized with illness, and though he was removed to the sick ward and medically attended, he gradually became worse, and it was decided to remove him in the steam pinnace to the Dundee Royal Infirmary. At the gluey the ambulance van was in waiting, but at the door of the Infirmary he expired. Death was certified to be due to poisoning.
NOTE: This most likely about Robert Dalton (see above)
Stoker 1st Class Henry Harrison, H.M.S. Hebe 25/02/1911
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Wednesday 01 March 1911
THE LAST POST. Is sounded at the grave of Stoker Henry Harrison.
An impressive funeral took place from the Royal Infirmary this afternoon when the remains of Henry Harrison, Stoker on H.M.S. Hebe which is attached to the Tay Submarine Flotilla were conveyed from the infirmary to the Eastern Cemetery.
Sailors from the Hebe, Vulcan and some submarine vessels attended the funeral dressed in straw hats and full parade uniforms and this presented an impressive spectacle as they wended their way to the cemetery.
THE LAST POST. Is sounded at the grave of Stoker Henry Harrison.
An impressive funeral took place from the Royal Infirmary this afternoon when the remains of Henry Harrison, Stoker on H.M.S. Hebe which is attached to the Tay Submarine Flotilla were conveyed from the infirmary to the Eastern Cemetery.
Sailors from the Hebe, Vulcan and some submarine vessels attended the funeral dressed in straw hats and full parade uniforms and this presented an impressive spectacle as they wended their way to the cemetery.
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Dundee Eastern Cemetery. Photo: Mike Brown (find a grave)
A.B. Mark Cook, H.M.S Vulcan 28/02/1911
HMS Vulcan
Dundee Courier - Wednesday 01 March 1911
CREW OF VULCAN SEE SHIPMATE STRUGGLE FOR LIFE IN THE TAY, AND DISAPPEAR AS HELP APPROACHES.
Mark Cook, able seaman attached to H.M.S. Vulcan, was drowned before the eyes of his shipmates yesterday afternoon. In the quiet of the afternoon the the depot ship were startled by the loud cries of a fellow-mortal in distress. About a hundred yards from the ship a man was struggling for life against a strong tide, and shouting for assistance as he beat the waves in a frenzied effort keep afloat. He was cumbered with heavy clothing, and was wearing an oilskin coat and a pair of sea boots. His strokes grew weaker and weaker. If succour was be of any avail it must come quick. On the Vulcan a squad of men were working like trojans to get a boat to the rescue. Before the boat was far on its way the man bad sunk below the surface. He never rose again. Search where they willed no trace could be got of the seaman. Mark Cook had been connected with the Dundee Naval Base for the past two years He was a native of Wrotham, near Sevenoaks, Kent, and previous to coming to Scotland he had served in the navy in various parts of the world. A young, unmarried man of 23, he was the sole support of his aged mother in Kent, who is now left helpless by the tragic death of her sailor son._ How he met his death no one knows. There was no witness of his fall into the water. Cook was on duty in the afternoon in the small launch which goes between the ship and Dundee Harbour. It is surmised that he slipped as he went down the ship's side and tried to jump aboard the pinnace. It would be so easily done. The launch might have drifted away from the ship's side a yard or so. and a false leap would send the man down between the battleship and the small craft. The body had not been recovered last night.
Dundee Courier - Thursday 02 March 1911
The Vulcan Drowning Mishap.—The body of Mark Cook, an A.B. on H.M.S. Vulcan, who was drowned in the river on Tuesday afternoon, has not yet been recovered. A cap bearing the name of the vessel was picked up yesterday at Broughty Ferry, but it was identified aa one which had been blown from the snip into the water some time ago.
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Monday 17 April 1911
BODY OF VULCAN SEAMAN IS RECOVERED AT BAR OF TAY
By Crew of Harbour Tug.
The body Edward Cook, who was drowned off H.M.S. Vulcan about two months ago, was recovered from the Tay this afternoon. The body was discovered by the crew of the Harbour tug Charles Barrie, and at the time the vessel was at the Bar o' Tay. Except for the naval clothing the body was hardly recognisable, decomposition being in an advanced state, and the face almost entirely eaten away. During the afternoon the body was identified by one of deceased's shipmates from the Vulcan. The circumstances attending the tragedy will readily recalled. Cook, who was A.B., was in charge of the small pinnace that plies between Dundee and the Vulcan. He was boarding the pinnace at the ship side, when he slipped from the boom, and fell into water. Although a strong- swimmer, Cook was heavily handicapped with his cumbersome oilskins and the heavy seas that were running. Cook was about thirty years of age, and unmarried. He was the sole support of his aged mother, who resides in the South of England.
Dundee Courier - Tuesday 18 April 1911
Vulcan Seaman's Body Recovered from Tay.—Yesterday, while towing dredger hoppers near the Bar o' Tay, the crew of the Harbour Trust tug, Charles Barrie, observed the body of a man floating near No. 6 buoy. The body was taken aboard, and brought Dundee, where it was identified that of Edward Cook, able seaman. H.M.S. Vulcan. The accident took place about two months ago. Cook, it will be remembered, was about board a pinnace at the side of the Vulcan, when he slipped from the boom and fell into the river At the time a strong tide was running, and as he was attired in oilskins the unfortunate seaman was unable to keep afloat until help came. Deceased was about thirty years of age, unmarried, and belonged to the South of England.
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Wednesday 19 April 1911
MARK COOK. WHO WAS DROWNED OFF THE VULCAN, Is Buried With Naval Honours Attended with full naval honours, the funeral of Mark Cook, able seaman, who was drowned off H.M.S. Vulcan two months ago, and whose body was recovered the Bar o' Tay on Monday, took place from the Mortuary to the Eastern Necropolis this afternoon. Detachments of the various corps attached to the Naval Base were present in full parade dress, and as the cortege wended its way through the streets the mournful procession presented an impressive and picturesque spectacle. Wrapped in the Union Jack, and placed on a gun carriage, the coffin was covered with many beautiful floral tributes from shipmates. At the Mortuary and the graveside a short religious service was conducted, and a bugler sounded the "Last Post" ere the grave closed over the remains of the deceased sailor. Cook, who was about thirty years of age, and unmarried, belonged to Kent.
CREW OF VULCAN SEE SHIPMATE STRUGGLE FOR LIFE IN THE TAY, AND DISAPPEAR AS HELP APPROACHES.
Mark Cook, able seaman attached to H.M.S. Vulcan, was drowned before the eyes of his shipmates yesterday afternoon. In the quiet of the afternoon the the depot ship were startled by the loud cries of a fellow-mortal in distress. About a hundred yards from the ship a man was struggling for life against a strong tide, and shouting for assistance as he beat the waves in a frenzied effort keep afloat. He was cumbered with heavy clothing, and was wearing an oilskin coat and a pair of sea boots. His strokes grew weaker and weaker. If succour was be of any avail it must come quick. On the Vulcan a squad of men were working like trojans to get a boat to the rescue. Before the boat was far on its way the man bad sunk below the surface. He never rose again. Search where they willed no trace could be got of the seaman. Mark Cook had been connected with the Dundee Naval Base for the past two years He was a native of Wrotham, near Sevenoaks, Kent, and previous to coming to Scotland he had served in the navy in various parts of the world. A young, unmarried man of 23, he was the sole support of his aged mother in Kent, who is now left helpless by the tragic death of her sailor son._ How he met his death no one knows. There was no witness of his fall into the water. Cook was on duty in the afternoon in the small launch which goes between the ship and Dundee Harbour. It is surmised that he slipped as he went down the ship's side and tried to jump aboard the pinnace. It would be so easily done. The launch might have drifted away from the ship's side a yard or so. and a false leap would send the man down between the battleship and the small craft. The body had not been recovered last night.
Dundee Courier - Thursday 02 March 1911
The Vulcan Drowning Mishap.—The body of Mark Cook, an A.B. on H.M.S. Vulcan, who was drowned in the river on Tuesday afternoon, has not yet been recovered. A cap bearing the name of the vessel was picked up yesterday at Broughty Ferry, but it was identified aa one which had been blown from the snip into the water some time ago.
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Monday 17 April 1911
BODY OF VULCAN SEAMAN IS RECOVERED AT BAR OF TAY
By Crew of Harbour Tug.
The body Edward Cook, who was drowned off H.M.S. Vulcan about two months ago, was recovered from the Tay this afternoon. The body was discovered by the crew of the Harbour tug Charles Barrie, and at the time the vessel was at the Bar o' Tay. Except for the naval clothing the body was hardly recognisable, decomposition being in an advanced state, and the face almost entirely eaten away. During the afternoon the body was identified by one of deceased's shipmates from the Vulcan. The circumstances attending the tragedy will readily recalled. Cook, who was A.B., was in charge of the small pinnace that plies between Dundee and the Vulcan. He was boarding the pinnace at the ship side, when he slipped from the boom, and fell into water. Although a strong- swimmer, Cook was heavily handicapped with his cumbersome oilskins and the heavy seas that were running. Cook was about thirty years of age, and unmarried. He was the sole support of his aged mother, who resides in the South of England.
Dundee Courier - Tuesday 18 April 1911
Vulcan Seaman's Body Recovered from Tay.—Yesterday, while towing dredger hoppers near the Bar o' Tay, the crew of the Harbour Trust tug, Charles Barrie, observed the body of a man floating near No. 6 buoy. The body was taken aboard, and brought Dundee, where it was identified that of Edward Cook, able seaman. H.M.S. Vulcan. The accident took place about two months ago. Cook, it will be remembered, was about board a pinnace at the side of the Vulcan, when he slipped from the boom and fell into the river At the time a strong tide was running, and as he was attired in oilskins the unfortunate seaman was unable to keep afloat until help came. Deceased was about thirty years of age, unmarried, and belonged to the South of England.
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Wednesday 19 April 1911
MARK COOK. WHO WAS DROWNED OFF THE VULCAN, Is Buried With Naval Honours Attended with full naval honours, the funeral of Mark Cook, able seaman, who was drowned off H.M.S. Vulcan two months ago, and whose body was recovered the Bar o' Tay on Monday, took place from the Mortuary to the Eastern Necropolis this afternoon. Detachments of the various corps attached to the Naval Base were present in full parade dress, and as the cortege wended its way through the streets the mournful procession presented an impressive and picturesque spectacle. Wrapped in the Union Jack, and placed on a gun carriage, the coffin was covered with many beautiful floral tributes from shipmates. At the Mortuary and the graveside a short religious service was conducted, and a bugler sounded the "Last Post" ere the grave closed over the remains of the deceased sailor. Cook, who was about thirty years of age, and unmarried, belonged to Kent.
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Dundee Eastern Cemetery. Photo: Mike Brown (find a grave)
Stoker Bertie Richard Potts H.M.S. Vulcan. 12/04/1912
Aberdeen Press and Journal - Saturday 13 April 1912
NAVAL STOKER DROWNED AT DUNDEE, A distressing drowning yesterday at Dundee Harbour, the victim being Bertie Richard Potts, stoker on H.M.S. Vulcan. Potts was on leave the previous evening, and shortly before the steam launch left the shore for the Vulcan a splash was heard in the vicinity of the boat and the sound of a body falling into the water, A sailor on duty raised the alarm, and a Search revealed a body floating in the water, Medical assistance was called and artificial respiration applied, but life was extinct.
NAVAL STOKER DROWNED AT DUNDEE, A distressing drowning yesterday at Dundee Harbour, the victim being Bertie Richard Potts, stoker on H.M.S. Vulcan. Potts was on leave the previous evening, and shortly before the steam launch left the shore for the Vulcan a splash was heard in the vicinity of the boat and the sound of a body falling into the water, A sailor on duty raised the alarm, and a Search revealed a body floating in the water, Medical assistance was called and artificial respiration applied, but life was extinct.
Dundee Courier - Tuesday 16 April 1912
Naval Funeral in Dundee.—Huge crowds lined the streets in the centre of Dundee yesterday when the remains of Bertie Richard Potts, the young stoker on board H.M.S. Vulcan who was drowned in the harbour, were interred in the Eastern Cemetery. He was buried with full naval honours, and his widowed mother in an open carriage followed the remains of her son to the last resting place
Naval Funeral in Dundee.—Huge crowds lined the streets in the centre of Dundee yesterday when the remains of Bertie Richard Potts, the young stoker on board H.M.S. Vulcan who was drowned in the harbour, were interred in the Eastern Cemetery. He was buried with full naval honours, and his widowed mother in an open carriage followed the remains of her son to the last resting place
Dundee Courier - Tuesday 16 April 1912
NAVAL FUNERAL IN DUNDEE
The funeral of Bertie Richard Potts, the young stoker on board H.M.S. Vulcan, who was drowned Dundee Harbour.
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Tuesday 16 April 1912
PATHETIC FIGURE AT BERTIE POTTS' FUNERAL
Tele-Post Photo. At the funeral of Bertie Richard Potts, the young stoker board H.M.S. Vulcan, who was drowned in Dundee Harbour, a pathetic figure was that of his mother, who accompanied the remains to the cemetery.
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Dundee Eastern Cemetery. Photo: Mike Brown (find a grave)
Seaman Henry Neville H.M.S. Shannon 28/01/1913
Dundee Courier - Wednesday 29 January 1913
Pathetic Death of Navyman in Dundee. — With the intention of enjoying a short holiday amongst his old comrades at Dundee Naval Base, Henry Neville, young London seaman came north. On Monday night, however. became ill, and in spite of attention at the Royal Infirmary, Neville passed away. The youth for a long time was connected with the repair ship Vulcan. and only short time ago was transferred to H.M.S. Shannon, stationed at. Chatham. Neville was great favourite amongst the at the Naval Base. Neville will interred Dundee with full naval honours.
Pathetic Death of Navyman in Dundee. — With the intention of enjoying a short holiday amongst his old comrades at Dundee Naval Base, Henry Neville, young London seaman came north. On Monday night, however. became ill, and in spite of attention at the Royal Infirmary, Neville passed away. The youth for a long time was connected with the repair ship Vulcan. and only short time ago was transferred to H.M.S. Shannon, stationed at. Chatham. Neville was great favourite amongst the at the Naval Base. Neville will interred Dundee with full naval honours.
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Dundee Eastern Cemetery. Photo: Mike Brown (find a grave)
Engineer-Captain Francis W, Highton ??/09/1914
Dundee Courier - Thursday 01 October 1914
DUNDEE NAVAL OFFICER DIES WITH TRAGIC SUDDENNESS IN A HOTEL.
Engineer-Captain Francis W. Highton, who had recently been in charge of Dundee Submarine Base, died with tragic suddenness in a city hotel. He had cycled from the Base to the hotel, and upon arrival sat down ifl a chair. Placing his hand to his heart he immediately 'collapsed, and life was extinct by the an R.A.M.C. officer reached his side. . Deceased was appointed engineer-commander irwJuly, 1899, and retired with the rank of engineer-captain in January, 1912. Being reservist he was cabled up at the outbreak of war, and was doing duty at the ' Base. After the sad occurrence the body of the officer was conveyed to H.M.S. Unicorn, the headquarters of the Dundee companies of the R.N.V.R., where it was received by the Marquis of Graham and a number of officers. service will be held on the Unicorn to-day, and thereafter the body -will be taken to Glasgow, where it is to be cremated. The death of this well-known and able officer is deeply regretted.
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Thursday 01 October 1914
TRAGIC AFFAIR IN DUNDEE HOTEL. NAVAL OFFICER'S SUDDEN DEATH.
Funeral Service on the Unicorn. H.M.S. Unicorn, the headquarters of the Dundee companies of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve, was the scene a short but impressive funeral service to-day.
During the opening days of the week the walls of the old ship have re-echoed to the clamour of men declaring their willingness to give their lives for King and country, but to-day they resounded to the sound of prayer for an officer of the Royal Navy who had served his nation well.
The officer was Engineer-Captain Francis W, Highton, who died with tragic suddenness in a Dundee hotel. Bluejackets lined the deck of the old vessel, and listened with quiet reverence to the words of Chaplain-Colonel A. J. Campbell, attached to the Tay Defences, and the Rev. D. R. Henderson, Bridge of Earn, who conducted the service.
When the last words were spoken number of petty officers bore the Union-Jack-enveloped coffin down the main gangway of the p to a hearse, which conveyed it to the West Station. On its arrival there the bluejackets again took charge of the coffin, and carried it on their shoulders to the railway carriage. With bared heads they watched the departure of the train.
The body was sent to Glasgow for cremation, and the remains will afterwards removed to Woking.
A Sudden Collapse. Death claimed Engineer Captain Highton with startling suddenness. had recently been in charge of Dundee Naval Base. On his arrival at the hotel, to which he had cycled from the Base, sat down a chair. He was to place his hand over his heart and collapse. By the time an R.A.M.C. officer reached his side he had expired.
The deceased officer was appointed Engineer Commander in July, 1899, and retired with the rank of Engineer-Captain in January, 1912.
Being a reservist, he was called up at the outbreak of war, and was doing duty at the Base. His death deeply regretted in naval circles.
Last night the body was received on board H.M.S. Unicorn by the Marquis of Graham and a number of officers.
DUNDEE NAVAL OFFICER DIES WITH TRAGIC SUDDENNESS IN A HOTEL.
Engineer-Captain Francis W. Highton, who had recently been in charge of Dundee Submarine Base, died with tragic suddenness in a city hotel. He had cycled from the Base to the hotel, and upon arrival sat down ifl a chair. Placing his hand to his heart he immediately 'collapsed, and life was extinct by the an R.A.M.C. officer reached his side. . Deceased was appointed engineer-commander irwJuly, 1899, and retired with the rank of engineer-captain in January, 1912. Being reservist he was cabled up at the outbreak of war, and was doing duty at the ' Base. After the sad occurrence the body of the officer was conveyed to H.M.S. Unicorn, the headquarters of the Dundee companies of the R.N.V.R., where it was received by the Marquis of Graham and a number of officers. service will be held on the Unicorn to-day, and thereafter the body -will be taken to Glasgow, where it is to be cremated. The death of this well-known and able officer is deeply regretted.
Dundee Evening Telegraph - Thursday 01 October 1914
TRAGIC AFFAIR IN DUNDEE HOTEL. NAVAL OFFICER'S SUDDEN DEATH.
Funeral Service on the Unicorn. H.M.S. Unicorn, the headquarters of the Dundee companies of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve, was the scene a short but impressive funeral service to-day.
During the opening days of the week the walls of the old ship have re-echoed to the clamour of men declaring their willingness to give their lives for King and country, but to-day they resounded to the sound of prayer for an officer of the Royal Navy who had served his nation well.
The officer was Engineer-Captain Francis W, Highton, who died with tragic suddenness in a Dundee hotel. Bluejackets lined the deck of the old vessel, and listened with quiet reverence to the words of Chaplain-Colonel A. J. Campbell, attached to the Tay Defences, and the Rev. D. R. Henderson, Bridge of Earn, who conducted the service.
When the last words were spoken number of petty officers bore the Union-Jack-enveloped coffin down the main gangway of the p to a hearse, which conveyed it to the West Station. On its arrival there the bluejackets again took charge of the coffin, and carried it on their shoulders to the railway carriage. With bared heads they watched the departure of the train.
The body was sent to Glasgow for cremation, and the remains will afterwards removed to Woking.
A Sudden Collapse. Death claimed Engineer Captain Highton with startling suddenness. had recently been in charge of Dundee Naval Base. On his arrival at the hotel, to which he had cycled from the Base, sat down a chair. He was to place his hand over his heart and collapse. By the time an R.A.M.C. officer reached his side he had expired.
The deceased officer was appointed Engineer Commander in July, 1899, and retired with the rank of Engineer-Captain in January, 1912.
Being a reservist, he was called up at the outbreak of war, and was doing duty at the Base. His death deeply regretted in naval circles.
Last night the body was received on board H.M.S. Unicorn by the Marquis of Graham and a number of officers.
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Trimmer Walter William Frow H.M.T. David Ogilvie 26/11/1918
Dundee Courier - Tuesday 31 December 1918
Navyman's Body Discovered in Dundee Dock.—The body of Walter William Frow, trimmer on board H.M.T. David Ogilvie, present in Dundee Harbour was discovered floating in Earl Grey Dock, Dundee, yesterday morning- Frow who belongs to Middlesbrough, had been missing since the 26th November.
Navyman's Body Discovered in Dundee Dock.—The body of Walter William Frow, trimmer on board H.M.T. David Ogilvie, present in Dundee Harbour was discovered floating in Earl Grey Dock, Dundee, yesterday morning- Frow who belongs to Middlesbrough, had been missing since the 26th November.
Dundee Eastern Cemetery
Able-Seaman Frederick Shearer H.M.S. Torch 25/12/1918
Dundee People's Journal - Saturday 01 March 1919
NEWPORT
On Christmas Day, Able bodied Seaman Frederick Shearer, 20 years of age, of H.M.S. Torch torpedo boat destroyer, fell overboard into the River Tay. Two of his comrades gallantly dived overboard, and every, effort was made to rescue him, but all proved unavailing. His body was discovered on the south bank of the Eden near ,St Andrews.
St. Andrews Citizen - Saturday 01 March 1919
SEAMAN'S BODY FOUND NEAR ST ANDREWS.-
On Friday morning last week a local fisherman discovered the body of a young seaman on the south bank of the Eden estuary. It was removed to the mortuary at the Eastern Cemetery, and on the following day it was identified by a shipmate as being that of Able-Bodied Seaman Frederick Shearer, 20 years of age, of
H.M.S. "Torch," torpedo boat destroyer. It appears that the young man was accidentally drowned in the River Tay on 25th December last, having fallen overboard on that date. It is surmised that he was stunned in falling, and though two of his comrades gallantly dived overboard, and every effort was made to recover him, all proved unavailing. It is understood that his home was in Brighton. On Tuesday the funeral took place from the Eastern Cemetery to the Western Cemetery, and was
attended by a number of Coastguardsmen in the district, by a party of bluejackets from H.M.S. "Woolwich," and a party of the soldiers stationed in the city. The coffin was covered with the Union Jack, and after it was lowered into the grave a bugler sounded "The Last Post." The Rev. G. N. Price, of St Andrew's
Episcopal Church, conducted an impressive service at both cemeteries. Deceased's ship. mates on H.M.S. "Torch" sent a beautiful artificial flower wreath in the form of a harp.
NEWPORT
On Christmas Day, Able bodied Seaman Frederick Shearer, 20 years of age, of H.M.S. Torch torpedo boat destroyer, fell overboard into the River Tay. Two of his comrades gallantly dived overboard, and every, effort was made to rescue him, but all proved unavailing. His body was discovered on the south bank of the Eden near ,St Andrews.
St. Andrews Citizen - Saturday 01 March 1919
SEAMAN'S BODY FOUND NEAR ST ANDREWS.-
On Friday morning last week a local fisherman discovered the body of a young seaman on the south bank of the Eden estuary. It was removed to the mortuary at the Eastern Cemetery, and on the following day it was identified by a shipmate as being that of Able-Bodied Seaman Frederick Shearer, 20 years of age, of
H.M.S. "Torch," torpedo boat destroyer. It appears that the young man was accidentally drowned in the River Tay on 25th December last, having fallen overboard on that date. It is surmised that he was stunned in falling, and though two of his comrades gallantly dived overboard, and every effort was made to recover him, all proved unavailing. It is understood that his home was in Brighton. On Tuesday the funeral took place from the Eastern Cemetery to the Western Cemetery, and was
attended by a number of Coastguardsmen in the district, by a party of bluejackets from H.M.S. "Woolwich," and a party of the soldiers stationed in the city. The coffin was covered with the Union Jack, and after it was lowered into the grave a bugler sounded "The Last Post." The Rev. G. N. Price, of St Andrew's
Episcopal Church, conducted an impressive service at both cemeteries. Deceased's ship. mates on H.M.S. "Torch" sent a beautiful artificial flower wreath in the form of a harp.
St Andrews Western and Roundal Cemetery. Photo Marc (find a grave)
St Andrews Western and Roundal Cemetery. Photo Marc (find a grave)
Trimmer George Kingcross. H.M.S. Crescent 29/11/1919
Sunday Post - Sunday 30 November 1919
NAVYMAN DROWNED AT DUNDEE.
Dundee, Saturday.
The body of George Kingcross (19), ship trimmer, belonging to the trawler section of the Naval Reserve, was recovered from King William Dock early this morning. The Zed (sic) Whale, the boat which deceased was serving is at present lying at the Naval Base. Kincross was proceeding to his bunk last night when he missed Ins footing and fell into the water near the sheds at the corner of King William Dock. Deceased’s parents reside at 13 Eaton Street, Belfast.
Daily Record - Monday 01 December 1919
George Kincross (19) ship trimmer on HMS Red Whale has been drowned at Dundee through missing his footing while on his way to the vessel
The Scotsman - Monday 01 December 1919
Naval , Seaman Drowned at Dundee. --
The body of George Kingcross (19) , a trimmer in the trawler section of the Royal Navy, was recovered from King William Dock, Dundee on Saturday morning. Deceased, who belonged to Belfast , fell into the wator while attempting to board his ship. A civilian mode ft gallant attempt at rescue.
NAVYMAN DROWNED AT DUNDEE.
Dundee, Saturday.
The body of George Kingcross (19), ship trimmer, belonging to the trawler section of the Naval Reserve, was recovered from King William Dock early this morning. The Zed (sic) Whale, the boat which deceased was serving is at present lying at the Naval Base. Kincross was proceeding to his bunk last night when he missed Ins footing and fell into the water near the sheds at the corner of King William Dock. Deceased’s parents reside at 13 Eaton Street, Belfast.
Daily Record - Monday 01 December 1919
George Kincross (19) ship trimmer on HMS Red Whale has been drowned at Dundee through missing his footing while on his way to the vessel
The Scotsman - Monday 01 December 1919
Naval , Seaman Drowned at Dundee. --
The body of George Kingcross (19) , a trimmer in the trawler section of the Royal Navy, was recovered from King William Dock, Dundee on Saturday morning. Deceased, who belonged to Belfast , fell into the wator while attempting to board his ship. A civilian mode ft gallant attempt at rescue.
Dundee Eastern Cemetery
H.M. Drifter Leonard 12/02/1920
