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Secretary of the London Shipmasters' Society

An official figure in the maritime community known to the narrator.

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Also known as The then secretary of the London Shipmasters’ Society

First appearance: a personal record

Secretary of the London Shipmasters' Society first appears in 0002 a personal record.

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  • Maritime and Literary Acquaintances
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