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New Ferry Gets Name: Snohomish

Maritime Activity Reports, Inc.

September 7, 1999

The so-called "Son of Chinook" finally has a formal name: Snohomish. That's the name given to the new passenger-only ferry, now being built at Dakota Creek Shipyards in Anacortes. The state Transportation Commission selected the name from a list of prospects. Helping the cause was enthusiastic support from both Snohomish city and county officials, who sent letters supporting the proposal. The new Snohomish will join its sister ship, Chinook, on Puget Sound. Meanwhile, dock trials for the new Jumbo Mark II ferry Puyallup are scheduled after slight delays. Crews at Todd Shipyard have started installing furniture, painting the exterior and car deck, and adding other finishing touches on the ferry.

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