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August 2009 Issue 6 Sailorgram

Commodore Eric Vasquez 978-521-9017 FROM THE MASTHEAD Vice Commodore Bob Chadwick August 2009 • Eric Vasquez, Commodore 978-373-6106 “I must go down to the sea again, to the lonely sea and the sky. Rear Commodore David W. Hewey And all I ask is a tall and a star to steer her by.” – John Masefield 978-373-6038 Secretary t was one captivating image that literally stopped me in my tracks as I gazed up through Gary Gastman Ithe rafters of Portugal’s Sagres. From July 9th through July 12th, over forty Tall 978-462-6533 of various types (from Full to ) were berthed in and around the Boston Fish Treasurer Pier last month, and the lure to visit these giants was simply overwhelming. So with guard- Douglas Cornell 978-474-4323 ed optimism, I took a day off to make my way down to the harbor, and what a sight! To my amazement, I drove right up and parked my Jeep not two minutes from the docks. I imme- Collector Pamela Mertinooke diately knew a higher power was at work here, and so: “roll with it says I, it’s going to be a 978-388-4515 good day.” Measurer William R. Gynan As I make my way up the of the Russian ship Kruzenshtern (a Four-Masted 978-462-1157 Barque), I am enlightened to the illusion of how the immense size of this vessel is ever Membership Committee Continued on page 2 Daniel Streeter 978-462-4605 Mooring Committee Gene Piermattei 978-374-7940 House Committee Robert A. Saldarini 978-463-8219 Regatta Committee Bruce Brown 978-521-6802 Entertainment Committee Angela Vasquez 978-521-9017 Activities Committee Rob Brun 978-462-1948 Camp Sue Manzi 603-474-9644 Steward/Club House 978-465-9053 The flags flying o’r Essex Beach. Bob Chadwick photo August 2009 Issue 6

FROM THE MASTHEAD continued from page 1 dwarfed by the vastness of the ocean. J.W.“Pop” Popplewell constructed a comprehensive I am ever more amused as to how authentic catalog of accounts, articles, and photographs the affect of this illusion appears reaching back to over 100 years; what should be size-proportionate; as the size of the described as an archival treasure. Did you know that an vessel increases, so goes the horizon. early owner of the America (of America’s Cup fame) had connections with the AYC, and actually sailed Another explicit phenomenon was the America out of our harbor? (Editors note: not a revealed to me as I stepped aboard proven fact.) Ask Clif about this and other historical Canada’s Bluenose II. I have a large treats. I want to thank P/C Clif Robinson for developing wooden “plank-on-” kit of this one of the most impressive historical records ever com- ship that I aspire to build one day (it piled on the history of the American Club. His will be my third), and so I jump at presentation served to illustrate our maritime heritage. the chance to step aboard.At 161’ long, the Bluenose II is It is a heritage that we all share today, one that we are truly a long ship.And then once on , I take just 7 entrusted to preserve for the future… good steps from the starboard rail (amidships), and find for the American Yacht Club! myself looking over a very short 4-foot high rail to port. Another step, and it’s Davy Jones’ Locker me hearties. And now, a gift for you through this Special Press Where’s OSHA? And of , who couldn’t resist checking Release:“WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 -- American the tension on that upper over there. Pushing to Yacht Club has been selected for the 2009 Best of and fro on the rig (out of the view of the Bos’n mind Newburyport Award in the Clubs category by the you), and this certainly seems loose to me! And the : U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).The USCA "Best of some of this rope is used so often and so rigorously, you Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding can literally wrap one-inch hemp lines around your wrist. local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have And then of course just down river, the Must Roos achieved exceptional marketing success in their local (Camden, ME), the Peacemaker (Brunswick, GA), and the community and business category.These are local com- Kalmar Nyckel (Wilmington, DE) were moored off panies that enhance the positive image of small business Salisbury Beach State Reservation.They were open for through service to their customers and community. tours during July 25 & 26. Various sources of information were Friends, I recommend you take time to gathered and analyzed to choose the visit these vessels anytime you have a winners in each category.The 2009 USCA chance.Take a quiet moment for yourself Award Program focused on quality, not and look around closely, and then even quantity.Winners are determined based closer still.There is always something to on the information gathered both inter- learn. It’s free, it’s great fun, and who nally by the USCA and data provided by knows when you’ll have another chance third parties.” to step aboard. Shiver me timbers! Friends, this is the second consecutive Back at the Club House, on July 23, Past year in a row that the American Yacht Commodore M. Clifton Robinson IV Club has received this honorable mention, worked closely with the Historical Society and so I want to express my sincere of Old Newbury for a packed-to-capacity congratulations and appreciation to all evening of historical reminiscing on the of our wonderful AYC volunteers. AYC:“Yachting on the Merrimack”.This Because of you, our club is a healthier, event offered a delightful historical better place, not only for us all, but also for the entire account on the history of the American Yacht Club, and it community.And that is a great thing! was a sheer joy to attend. Clif was able to describe our club’s heritage in a way that Fair Winds and Following Seas, simply enthralled the audience. Clif’s grandfather, P/C Commodore Eric T.Vasquez

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ell it's been another busy month here at the AYC. WOver the last few weeks, those who have attended have enjoyed several delicious evenings here at the Club. There was Italian Night hosted but Ric and Mary Tauson which was it's usual success. Later in the month David and Roberta Knight hosted a German Night pot luck where attendees were met with German greetings and hand made German flags. In a somewhat different theme, the annual Open Mic night again took place hosted by Jim Grenier and Rob Brun with talent provided by Jim Grenier, Doug Cornell, Stellwagen, Steve Ostrander,Tea Room Brawl with guitarist Randell Kilty, and myself. Coming events include next Mondays annual pizza night on the 17th and a Pancake Breakfast and Nautical Flea Market on Saturday August 22nd. The breakfast will begin at 8 am ($2 per person to defray cost) and the flea market will run (rain or shine) until 11 am to give people a chance to go sailing. Tables will be available and all interested are encouraged to contact Mary Wilson before- hand.Any and all nautical themed items are welcome. Stay Active, Art Review Rob Brun submitted by Rob Brun NOT the Activities Committee Chairman ppearing at the Peabody Essex Museum located in ASalem, MA is a collection of nautical paintings by Dutch Artists from the 17th century. For anyone interested in art or sailing (or, like me, both) this show is well worth the trip. These paintings, depicting various aspects of maritime life from the Netherlands during the 1650s is not only beautiful, but also exciting and the attention to detail extreme (see if you can spot the crewman puking off the in one of the large pieces).These Dutch painters, many of which were also sailors or at least joined in on these voyages, capture the remarkable lives of what it must have been like sailing these unique ships during these times of trade, exploration and warfare. Some of the paintings feature everyday life as well while other are purely allegorical.The Dutch trade routes encompassed the globe and a chart of the world from this period is surprisingly accurate. I highly recommend this show, which runs until the September 7th.Admission is $15, but passes are available through the Newburyport Library for two people reducing the cost to $5 ea. (Call ahead to reserve a pass.You must have a library card).The museum is an easy walk from the train station and a round trip fare is $7. Parking at the train station is $4. Steve Ostrander plays “Blue Moon” at the AYC Open Mic Night

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“Reared by the waterside, capable with rig and wheel, Alex is one of the great AYC Stewards.”– Commodore Eric T. Vasquez AYC’s Meet Your Steward Alexandra M. Unger By Phyllis Unger t one month old on Father's Day,Alex made her sailing winds and much too high seas. Mom was very proud. Adebut aboard the Elusive Dream. She loved sailing and the Alex attended the Page Elementary School, Pentucket Middle water. Sand was another story.At one year old she stood in a School, and Pentucket High School in West Newbury. She was bikini with 2 little strawberries for the and very active in her academics and many cur- cried and cried when her hands and feet ricular activities throughout her school years. touched the sand. Put her on the boat or in Throughout high school she was in plays and the water and she was all smiles.At ages 3 & 4 musicals and sang the National Anthem for the on our trips down to the Vineyard, she would basketball games. She was treasurer of her amuse herself all day long playing horsy with sophomore class and Vice President of her the lines while straddling herself between the Junior and Senior Class. On Prom Night she was deck and the . Before we had a wind selected Prom Queen. She gave the closing generator, lights on at night were rationed to a speech and sang at her graduation. time limit. So, she would curl up in her bunk All of her hard work in school earned her a full with a flashlight and read. (We bought a lot of tuition scholarship at Northeastern University flashlight batteries). where she is majoring in Mechanical When the time came for sailing lessons she Engineering. She hopes to continue on in grad- took to it naturally. Members have always been uate school to become a meteorologist. so kind to Alex while she grew up at the club. (Hoping to keep AYC members out of harms She would love it when Don Sestini would way)! Her next endeavor is to study abroad in always quack at her when she was little.When she was about 6 Scotland for a semester or two.Alex has been working since she thought Denise on the boat Cinderella was magical. she was 6. She started holding the rod for survey crews with During one year AYC members went on a cruise to Rockport. Riverside Engineering under the guidance of her dad, Dennis At night the winds came out of the Northeast rocking all the Unger. She babysat for a few years and worked at Plum Island with great force. Dave & Debbie Taylor had their boat on Soap Co. before working at the AYC. She recently completed a dock in the inner harbor so they took Alex, about age 5, onto her co-op for Northeastern with Proctor & Gamble. their boat to sleep. Last week while working at the AYC as Steward, she said 3 years ago she was asked by Past Commodore Clif Robertson to her Mom, what a beautiful place to work and everyone has to be a Steward at the AYC. She was absolutely thrilled to be always been so nice to me since I was little. She said:“I don't on the water at the AYC. Just a few weeks ago on our vacation want it to end, this is really nice. I have a lot of good memories we hit a day of rough weather.While Mom was dying on the here, except for when I walked into the pole on the porch and bunk below, Dad and Alex took turns at the helm with the high got stitches!!” – Phyllis Unger

Catboat Rendezvous submitted by Jim Grenier On August 9 a group of eight Cape Cod assembled off the mouth of the Plum Island basin for a romping race around Woodbridge Island. It was quite a sight to see this many gaff-rigged boats together in one spot. The oldest boat was the 1914 Manuel Swartz-built Sea Pup. The only mark was for a starting/finish line and boats kept their own time. Three catboats were from the AYC: Chip Wyser taking second place in Second Wind, Steve Osborne, who also organized the event, took third in Aida, and myself in Rosebud. The winner was Kevin Crowley in his 18’ Marshall cat.

Hanging back from the fleet, Lyn Grenier aboard Rosebud The group is planning to make this an annual event, complete snapped this photo of five catboats on a close haul. with a real trophy. These gatherings are common For many of the racers, it was the first time they had down on the Cape and Islands, but rare on the North Shore. ever “raced” their catboats. Contact Steve Osborne or myself for more information.

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Essex Weekend submitted by Bob Chadwick, Vice Commodore

On the weekend of July 11th we organized an overnight cruise to Essex as a club activity.The interest was such that we were questioning whether there would be enough room for everyone in the anchorage and it was a problem which we welcomed.After such a long and wet spring we were blessed with a favorable forecast. Saturday turned out to be sunny and windy – if fact, as is always the case, our destination was straight up wind and from the south – in fact it was exactly on the nose – not even a degree or two off.As our wind meter stopped functioning a while ago we can only guess that we were seeing 15 – 20 knots - maybe more and everyone began tacking upwind. Since we needed to be anchored prior to high tide at 3 PM, most had to finish the trip under power. Unfortunately a couple boats returned to the AYC – they were missed. Entering Essex needs to be done with caution, however due to some excellent scouting by Gordon and Deb Bailey the previous weekend and the benefit of some markers having been privately set we all were able to get into the anchorage without incident.The anchorage is well protected and usually calm; however on this day the wind was out of the south which made the anchorage a bit choppy – but nothing to deter us from meeting on the beach. In fact we had the anchorage mostly to ourselves so there was plenty of room. 28 people made it to the beach party, 25 by boat and 3 who walked in.We set up a table and pole with the

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Essex Weekend continued from page 5 Announcement of the First Ever Cruiser’s Race American Flag and Burgee.We enjoyed a selection of Brainchild of Homer Shannon beach foods (the definition of beach food still eludes us) and creative umbrella drinks with a bit of watermelon Saturday, September 12 will see the invention of a new soaked in grape vodka making the rounds.We had a nice kind of race: The Cruiser’s Race. Unlike nor- time and stayed on the beach until dusk. mal sailboat races where sailing the boat is the measure- ment of skill, the Cruising Race will require cruising boat The forecast was for rain overnight and it arrived at 11 skills in addition to the skills needed to a boat quickly. PM – and it kindly stopped prior to dawn. On Sunday everyone enjoyed the beach, kayaking and other activities The race will begin and end from anchorage. Times will and slowly the fleet departed for Newburyport.The trip be taken from the time the racers leave the committee boat, in , to the time they return from their home was pleasant and a nice sail. anchored boats. PHRF ratings will not be used. Nor will We all had a great time and we look forward to doing it there be any restrictions on what type or size of again next year – this is a close and easy destination and you choose to use. Even engines will be allowed, a great way to get together as a group.Thanks to everyone although with a very heavy penalty: roughly equivalent for making the weekend a success. to 2KN adjusted speed. There will be a mandatory man overboard drill and bonus points for catching fish and Join us next year. other activities. The full set of rules can be downloaded Bob & Sharon Chadwick from the AYC website soon. Participating Boats Although having a fast boat will be an advantage, the ability to get under weigh quickly, set an under Percius, Classy Lady, Tranquility, Swamp Fox, sail and maneuver in tight quarters will provide ample Silhouette, Overtime, Reminisce and Aurora (from opportunity for slower boats manned by skilled cruisers Merrimar) to compete effectively. This is a race that will test a broad range of boat handling skills. Come on out and show off what you can do! “Classifieds” Skipper’s Meeting 1000 – AYC Clubhouse We will advertise any items submitted for sale by a member for one Start Time – Noon off Salisbury, exact location will be issue and will repeat those ads only upon the request of the person announced at the Skipper’s Meeting placing it. There is no charge for listings.

AYC Movie Night, August 27, 7:00 PM The Boatnicks After being put in charge of one of America's busiest waterways, ham-fisted Ensign Thomas Garland (Robert Morse) finds himself up against three inept jewel thieves who unintentionally dump their booty into the bay. Navigating one mishap after another, Garland takes the wind out of the 's sails when they hatch a plot to recover their ill-gotten gains. Co-stars Stefanie Powers. Phil Silvers and Wally Cox add to the levity in this Disney comedy. 2003 PRECISION 15' DAY SAILOR : Includes sails FREE ADMISSION • FREE POPCORN • ALL AGES and all necessary rigging in good condition. Sailed only 3 summers. Great family boat that comfortably sails The AYC Clubhouse makes a great theater, come and enjoy! with 4 adults. $3,000 or make offer. Contact Sue at Hosted by Homer Shannon and Jim and Lyn Grenier [email protected] or call 603-474-9644

6 August 2009 Issue 6 Activities & Entertainment Committees Schedule 2009 submitted by Rob Brun, Activities Committee Liason

Date/Time Event/Theme Hosted by AUGUST Monday, August17th, 6:30 p.m. Pot Luck/Laser Races, Pizza Night Rob Brun

Saturday August 22nd, 8 -11 a.m. Nautical Flea Market & Pancake Breakfast Mary Wilson & Ric Tauson, Rob Brun

Thursday August 27th Movie Night, The Boatnicks Homer Shannon, Jim & Lyn Grenier

SEPTEMBER Tuesday September 8 Capt. George Duffy, Lecture Jim Grenier

Saturday, Sept. 12 Cruising Race, Skills-based Homer Shannon

Tuesday, Sept. 15th Pot Luck Laser Races, Mexican Fare Mary Wilson & Ric Tauson

Saturday, Sept. 19th Chet Young Race Entertainment Committee

Wednesday, Sept. 30th(?), 6:30 p.m. Apple Pie/Chili Fest Tom Lochhaas & Jim Grenier OCTOBER Saturday, October 17 Closing Day House Committee

AYC Open Mic Host Rob Brun opened the show with 3 songs including the amusing "The Memory Song" and "I'm French." Then Teahouse Rumble a high school group which included our Assistant Steward Randell Kilty played 5 songs in an acoustic set.These kids did a great job and are worth see- ing again. Doug Cornell sang 3 songs, including one he dedicated to the graduates of the Eastman School of Music, heh heh. Jim Grenier followed with 3 songs including a salty singalong called "Captain Jack." An acoustic trio comprised from members of Teahouse Rumble sang covers of 3 contemporary rock tunes including "Satellites.”AYC trumpeter Steve Ostrander fol- lowed with "Saints" "Blue Moon" and "Amazing Grace" The show was closed by the Stellwagen duo of Jim and Rob doing 5 songs including CS&N’s “Wooden Ships”and their original "Polish the Brass."

7 August 2009 Issue 6 Marblehead to Halifax Race Report A Race of Many Surprises

submitted by Homer Shannon

No new records were set in the 2009 Marblehead to saw the coast of Nova Scotia for the first time as most Halifax Ocean Race, but it was an unusual event in many races are shrouded in fog and the coastline is always out ways. of view.This year's race featured continuously clear or partly clear weather.The visibility never dropped below The most notable surprise was the weather.The start ten miles. featured gusty west winds that allowed a down-wind spinnaker start.The sight of nearly one hundred boats The weather and the lunar cycle worked together to flying their colorful chutes was spectacular. Clear weather make night-time sailing a delight.A full moon overhead and bright afternoon sunshine illuminated the sails provided sufficient illumination to allow after-dark sail enhancing the thrilling scene. Following the fast start changes without assistance from deck or flash lights. In came lighter winds that persisted for most of the race. fact, it was so bright that the colors of spinnakers used The wind dropped to zero for a large part of Monday and Sunday night could clearly be seen in the moonlight. part of the night on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday Many in the fleet also enjoyed the sight of several tall evenings.When the wind did blow,it stayed easterly making ships heading westward towards Boston. Both the Eagle the race upwind for the most part. and Mircea passed right through the fleet Tuesday Another surprise feature of the weather was the notable morning. Other tall ships were seen in the distance but lack of rain and fog; none! Many seasoned MHOR sailors not identified.

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Halifax continued from page 8 An unwanted surprise was the failure of may of the FIS Tracking Services transponders. Kalani's transponder failed before the race even began and a replacement was provided minutes before the start. However, the replace- ment transponder did not work either.The FIS Tracking Services web site only shows the course of eight boats in the eleven listed in the PHR-5 class.Apparently three of eleven transponders failed. Other classes appear to have had similar failure rates.The failure of the transponders was a huge disappointment for the friends and families of the crewmembers who had been looking forward to tracking the race. For the crew aboard Kalani the trip was bitter sweet. Kalani got off to a good start and seemed to be doing well as many boats in the PHR-5 class headed north of the rhumb line Sunday evening sailing spinnakers. Kalani switched to a and took advantage of backing winds to try and get well south of the rhumb line.As the evening wore on, the winds dropped to zero leaving the fleet becalmed for much of the night. Monday's winds USCG Eagle, up close and personal with the Kalani crew were not much better and what wind there was came kindly started her engines to make way for our intrepid sailors. from the east.The long delays put Kalani into adverse tides when Brazil Rock was reached on Wednesday after- line would probably have taken well into Friday morning. noon, further slowing the boat's progress. By Wednesday There was a shore support team waiting for the boat and evening Kalani was still 80 miles southwest of Halifax crew members aboard who had other deadlines to meet. and the winds, which had increased for part of the day, Other PHR-5-class boats were ahead of Kalani. Spending were again dropping. It looked like progress would be a day of agonizingly slow sailing to secure a fourth place slow overnight. finish, at best, made no sense. Despite the slow sailing, and perhaps due to it, the trip Kalani motored into Halifax harbor at around 1300hrs was very pleasant. Heavy seas did not cause upset stomachs Atlantic time Thursday. It was a magnificent day.The sun and wet clothes did not stink up the cabin. Each evening was shining brilliantly.The temperature was around 75 a fresh hot dinner was cooked and enjoyed comfortably degrees.The sky and sea were both deep blue.And, a in the open cockpit. Night time watches were enchanting strong southerly breeze was setting in.As Kalani with clear, albeit cold, weather and spectacular moon- motored across the finish line and towards the shine. Every sunset and sunrise was sublime.The weather Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron facility,half a dozen spinnakers may not have been perfect for racing, but it made for a were lined up on the horizon flying downwind to the nice cruise. finish.The sight was thrilling and depressing. Rarely does this race provide so much beautiful weather and spectacular At 2000hrs Wednesday, skipper Kevin White threw in the scenery. If only there had been a bit more wind, Kalani towel.The deadline for completion of the race was too, would have been making the glorious downwind Thursday noon.With over 80 miles to the finish line, run under Chebucto Head and into Halifax harbor. If even with ideal conditions the race could not be completed only... within the time allowed.And conditions were not ideal. The wind was light and easterly.The motor was started 2009 Halifax Race Crew aboard Kalani: and the race committee notified that Kalani had Kevin White, Jeff Stoehr, Bruce Brown, Peter Mertinooke, withdrawn. Clif Robinson, Homer Shannon In fact, the race committee did extend the deadline for Photos posted at: completing the race until Saturday at noon. But this did http://picsaweb.google.com/homershannon not effect the decision to withdraw. Sailing to the finish

9 August 2009 Issue 6 Mount Gay Regatta submitted by Homer Shannon

AYC Pancake Breakfast and Nautical Flea Market College Pizza Night rain or shine Breakfast, Saturday August 22nd 8 -10 am Pancakes, sausage, Celebrate your college days with a Musical Pizza potluck. coffee, tea, Milk and O.J. (volunteers needed) Just like back in collage when everyone got together for $2 per person (to help defray the cost) pizza in someone's dorm room. Nautical Flea Market 10 am - noon. Monday August 17th at 6:30 p.m. (so you have time to go sailing) Bring your favorite College music (CDs only, sorry, ...and Bring any nautical items you'd like to sell let's try to keep the disco to a minimum!!) and pizza. (books, paintings, sails, , whatever) BYOB Cheap wine and beer. Togas optional. Tables will be provided and everyone handles their own sales. Contact Mary Wilson (978) 388-0847 with questions hosted by Rob Brun or to sign up (not mandatory, but it helps)

10 August 2009 Issue 6 The AYC Sketchbook

Well, it isn’t a sketch, but it certainly is artistic.This photo was shot aboard Kalani by Homer Shannon during the Marblehead to Halifax Race. It is exactly as it was shot, with- out any digital retouching or manipulation.

If you have artwork or interesting photos of the club, its boats, members, or our home waters you’d like to share please submit them, along with the title, author and brief description. We’ll select one item each month and help show off the talents of our members.

Tall Ships submitted by Commodore Eric Vasquez Antique and Classic Boat Festival Saturday and Sunday, August 22-23, two AYC boats are to be displayed at the 27th annual Antique and Classic Boat Festival at Hawthorne Cove Marina in Salem, MA. This is a showcase for Antique and classic powerboats, sail- boats and hand-powered craft. The Hewey’s Crocker ketch Classy Lady, which came in first place in last year’s judging is expecting to return again this year, along with the Grenier’s wooden gaff-rigged catboat Rosebud. Sure to be one the highlights of this Festival will be the impressive Elf, an 1888 35 foot Lawley-built which raced the North Shore waters for many years. It has been completely rebuilt and is the subject of a recent Woodenboat article. Her sparred length is 58 ft and spreads 1,716 ft of sail. In addition to the AYC boats the club will also be represented by our unofficial house band Stellwagen which includes AYC members Rob Brun and Jim Grenier. Stellwagen are featured performers at noon on Sunday and have been asked to play a dockside set aboard Jim’s boat later that same day, weather permitting. More info at: http://www.boatfestival.org/ 11 FIRST CLASS The American Yacht Club MAIL P.O. Box 1360 US POSTAGE Newburyport, MA 01950 PAID Topsfield MA Permit 325

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Errata and Omissions The Sailorgram apologizes in advance for any errors in spelling, grammar, punctua- tion, or the accuracy of identifications. Sailorgram articles are the sole responsibility of the author, including stated facts, opinions, commentary, and humor. We include as many submissions as possible and may, due to space limitations, choose to omit Tall ships visited Boston Harbor and or delay certain submissions for later issues. In other words, the Sailorgram takes other ports including Salisbury this July. responsibility for hardly anything. Photo submitted by Eric Vasquez