Steam Tug, "Mermaid", built in 1880 at Birkenhead, Port Adelaide. Built by G Playfair and owned by G Anderson & partners. Last heard of in 1927, fate unknown. Official Number: 79329 Dimensions: length 76'1", breadth 14'7", draught 7'3" Port Of Regi

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Steam Tug, "Mermaid", built in 1880 at Birkenhead, Port Adelaide. Built by G Playfair and owned by G Anderson & partners. Last heard of in 1927, fate unknown. Official Number: 79329 Dimensions: length 76'1", breadth 14'7", draught 7'3" Port Of Registry: Port Adelaide Flag: British This image shows vessel crowded with passengers. Refer - "Steam Tugs in South Australia" by Ronald Parsons

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South Australian Maritime Museum

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MERMAID

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