Yachtsman's Mysterious
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Disappearance
MYSTERY surrounds the disappear ance of Mr. Tom Myers, owner of the “Tern,” which was recently found beached at East Point, Mackay, Queensland, close to the river entrance, with all sails set.
A short time previously he left to take supplies, single-handed, to St. Bees Island caretaker and was sighted near there by the launch “Crescent.” All was well at that time, and that he landed provisions there was indicated by the fact that St. Bees’ mail was found on the beached vessel.
“Tommy” Myers was an accomplished yachtsman and an excellent swimmer, and his knowledge of the Barrier Reef and outlying islands was second to none.
His genial manner, and his readiness to take anyone tripping with him, made him many friends.
The “Tern” was a 27-ft. auxiliary craft, Marconi-rigged. He had built her him self and she was recognised as the best yacht of her size in Mackay.
The “Tern.”