Letter of Reference for James Ross, Sailmaker
AssociatedAssociated with
James Ross
AssociatedAssociated with
SAMUEL PLIMSOLL
(built 1873)
Date1880s - 1890s
Object Nameletter
Mediumpaper and ink
ClassificationsMaritime History
DimensionsOverall: Length: 29 cm
Max.: Width: 22 cm
Max.: Width: 22 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1985.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS005421.5
About MeThe Aberdeen LineShip "Samuel Plimsoll"
London
3rd April 1893
This is to certify that the bearer James Ross has served onboard the ship "Samuel Plimsoll" as sailmaker, for two voyages in the Colonial trade a period twenty months, and during the whole of that time he has conducted himself to my satisfaction he is a sober and steady man and very attentive to his duties.
John Henderson
Master
