March 15, 1956
Fisherman, 40, Dies In His Cabin At Sea
Clifford A. Nickerson, 40,
second engineer on the dragger Cushmeer, died yesterday
afternoon at sea. He was found slumped in a corner of his cabin when he was called
near suppertime to take his watch.
The dragger skippered by Capt. Willis
Powers, headed for Halifax, Nova Scotia immediately. They arrived at 6.30
this morning. From there the body will be shipped to Gloucester. It is
expected here Saturday morning. The dragger will resume its fishing trip on the
Banks.
Nickerson is one of the two
engineers carried by the Cushmeer. He worked six hours
on, and six off, alternating with Edward Cormier, the other engineer.
At 3 p.m. yesterday, the cook passed Nickerson's
stateroom and noticed him reading a book in his bunk. Later when he was called for
watch, he was found slumped in a chair and could not be roused. According to Capt.
Powers, Nickerson was in good health and spirits yesterday morning while
working on the engine.
Nickerson is the son of Mrs. Minnie
(DeCoste) Nickerson. His wife is Helen (Gordon) Nickerson.
Besides his wife and mother, le leaves three sons, Kenneth L., 19, Stephen
C., 17, and Leonard B. The deceased also leaves one
brother, Earl Nickerson of Salem. |
