Memorial: M243

Memorial in Hong Kong Cemetery commemorating John Porter d. 1888

Location

Hong Kong Cemetery, Happy Valley, Hong Kong, China, Rest of the World

Transcript

'In memory of John PORTER, Carpenter of the S.S. 'STRATHLEAVEN', who died at Hong Kong 27th. November 1888. This stone has been erected by his shipmates'

Details

Description: Gothic-style headstone with carved border.
Type: Headstone
Vessel: SS Strathleaven

People

Porter, John
Age:
Date of Death: 27/11/1888
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Carpenter
Organisation:

Extra

Notes: Screw steamer 'Strathleven' owners Burrel & Son, built Port Glasgow 1875 2434 GRT.
Recorder: Christine Thomas; Patricia Lim, Gwulo.com

JSON

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