Captain William Matson: From Handy Boy To Ship Owner

By John E. Cushing

Book Overview

Captain William Matson: From Handy Boy To Ship Owner is a biography written by John E. Cushing. The book tells the story of William Matson, who started his career as a ""handy boy"" on a ship and eventually became a successful ship owner.The book provides a detailed account of Matson's life, from his humble beginnings in Sweden to his journey to America and his early years working on ships. It also explores his entrepreneurial spirit and his determination to succeed in the shipping industry.Throughout the book, readers will learn about Matson's various business ventures, including his partnership with fellow ship owner Captain Robert Dollar and his creation of the Matson Navigation Company. The book also delves into Matson's personal life, including his marriage to Lillie Low and his involvement in various philanthropic endeavors.Overall, Captain William Matson: From Handy Boy To Ship Owner is an inspiring story of a man who overcame adversity and achieved great success through hard work and perseverance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the shipping industry and the American dream.This Newcomen Address Was Delivered In The Auditorium At The Coast Guard Academy In New London, Connecticut.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428661867
• ISBN13: 9781428661868
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"