pier-head jump
pierhead jump If some member of the [sealing] crew did not turn up; it was not difficult to find a man to take his place. The individual volunteer generally went as he stood. It was called a "pier-head jump". He took chances on being able to get some additional clothing on board the ship....
| Format: | Manuscript |
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| Language: | English |
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1974
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| Online Access: | http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/elrcdne/id/64370 |
| Summary: | pierhead jump If some member of the [sealing] crew did not turn up; it was not difficult to find a man to take his place. The individual volunteer generally went as he stood. It was called a "pier-head jump". He took chances on being able to get some additional clothing on board the ship. JH 10/74 Not used Not used Withdrawn |
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