It is with great regret that we report the passing, on September 22, 1981, at Midland, Ontario, after a lengthy illness, of Captain Ernest H. Ridd, a member of this Society.

Capt. Ridd spent many years in the employ of the Great Lakes service of the Canadian Pacific Railway, and was best known for the years he served as master of KEEWATIN and, subsequently, as master of ASSINIBOIA and commodore of the C.P.R. fleet. An extremely friendly gentleman, he never failed to make passengers feel welcome on board his steamer.

We are certain that the many members and friends of the Toronto Marine Historical Society who knew Ernie Ridd will share the deep sense of loss that we feel with his passing.

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