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Trawler St Finbar Sinks Off Newfoundland Loss of 12
A British trawler, the St Finbar, sank off Newfoundland on Christmas Day after a fire. Eleven crewmen were missing and presumed dead as rescuers searched charred decks, with thirteen survivors accounted for. High winds impeded efforts, and a body of another crew member was recovered from the scene. The Orisina also carried a crew member’s body. some reports mention hopeful survivors among missing seamen.
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