Photo #: NH 63083
USS Nipsic (1879-1913)
In the floating drydock at Honolulu, Hawaii, circa August 1889,
after arriving from Samoa for repair of damage received during
the 15-16 March 1889 Apia hurricane.
Not only was the propeller bent beyond repair, but the rudder
and rudderpost were torn away, as were the keel and deadwood
below the propeller.
Note the sailors (including two Chief Petty Officers wearing
enlisted "white hats"), sanitary discharge chute running
from the port quarter to the water, and rudder post bracket.
The words "corn meal" are written on the lower right
propeller blade.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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