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Sailors Ignore Friday Superstition in Transatlantic Voyages
A New York Commercial article examines the Friday sailing superstition among seafaring crews. It notes Latin sailors fear belated weigh anchor while Uncle Sam’s sailors dismiss the belief, claiming they are the best sailors and fighters. Large steamship lines report no Friday sailing bias, with crews showing little interest in the superstition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
New York Harbor
Magellan
Liverpool
Lisbon
Bahamas
Uncle Sam
South Street
New York
Commer