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Old 25th January 2021, 19:34
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Gents,

Many thanks the the valuable information you have provided which fits the requirement perfectly!

Coal fired too! So my Uncle Bob was a 'thoroughbred' steam Engineer!

Dave are you able to confirm the 'X 2nd Eng' notation in the discharge book means he was a supernumerary or was onboard for some other task?

I was also wondering what the stamps at the end of each line mean: 'VERY GOOD B103' or 'VERY GOOD B94' variously appear in the ability and conduct columns, so he clearly behaved himself - however what level of ability does B94 or B103 imply?

Thanks again in advance.

PS, found this website with some fascinating Blu Flu information, including a very interesting article here on Coal burning ships and the transition to oil from coal.
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