Career: | Renamed MOUNT IDA-1933, MENDOZA-1937. Sunk off Pillau 22 March 1945.
The Scotsman of 17 Jun 1930 reported BALLENA passed Gravesend for London 15-06-30
Departure date from Oyster Company ledger. On 22 December 1932 owner has become Rethymnis & Kulukundis Ltd. Swivel off.
Shields Daily News of 28 Dec 1932 reported BALLENA in dry-dock at Blyth
Voyage Record Card: BALLENA Arrived 19 June 1930 from London. Sailed 22 December 1932 for Blyth
Arrived 20 Jun 1930 departed 23 Dec 1932 [George Swieszkowski]
"Haven of Rest" by Douglas Gurton lists the vessel but has no further info. See DJG_SHP |