All About Of Hugo Island – What You Need To Know To Travel

Hugo Island is a tranquil oasis located in the heart of the city. Offering visitors a world of tranquility and beauty, it provides the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Hugo Island has become a popular spot for respite and relaxation, as well as a hotspot for eco-tourism. If you’re looking for an escape from the city, why not check out Hugo Island?

Hugo Island History

The island was originally called “Bintang Pasir”, which means the “Sink Hole Island”, because it used to be a mirage before its discovery on 20 March 1831.

This land was believed to have been inhabited by Chinese merchants during the Melaka Sultanate period and also by Malays from Kampar, who were relatively resident in or near Kuala Belait at that time. There is evidence of close linkages between Singapore and neighbouring Brunei Darussalam prior to 14th century A D (1511 AD) as evidenced for example through Arab ceramic artefacts found outside traditional settlement sites indicating existence of trade and cultural links.

The island was also known to have Melaka Malay settlers since the 17th century, which is substantiated by graves beneath a watchtower on the island pointing at warriors’ grave with batik fabric instead of burial shroud making it distinctive that they are not fully dressed before dying due to their status as pirates.

In 1823, Thomas Logan built a steamer service around the Bintang Ilir (Giliswati Islet) shipwreck from Samarinda Port Selatan used for junk traders but then withdrawn after he found out in November 23.

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The island was purchased by Alexander Kennedy, the European Superintendent of Weld Quay in 1828. Ten years prior to that time, Captain Francis Light had built a small lighthouse on MacRitchie Point which was replaced with a larger one located near Kampar canal area during British period rule in Malaya and Singapore.

According to The Handbook of Malaysia (1976), there were Long Haul Pier and Erecting Yard existed before World War II “which are rather dilapidated now but still remain”.

In December 12 1890 then Resident Councillor John Aitchison issued an order for constructing new “wet” ammunition magazine in the west of Bird’s Nest (later known as Kampong Kilat) which built by R.H.

Davies Company “in charge of Mr Hurel(sic)” between 1893 and 1895, costing £5253/15/-.[9]The first brick was laid by Captain James Abbs[26], builder & draughtsman HMS Challenger Commander on board Keppel Castle 4 April 1891 sail from Singapore to Dindings Island East Pulo Daeng Fort Calcutta for shipbuilding: In 1896 March – 1897 June Farragut class.

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Armament:

2 × 3 inch Mk I guns 10 (8) 18 “F” pdr cannon 14-12/26.In 1897 June – 1903 January Farragut class Battle Cruiser.Armament 4 × 5in No 1 gun 6 x 21in Torpedo tubes 2×21inch torpedo tube 12pdr lower deck 28 x 8 phosphorus shell no.6 upper deck 7 torpedoes S of the equator near latitudes 15º 40’ to 16º 30′ at right angles to east longitude between diolesan and narrowneck [sic ] at latitudes between 35º 40′ and 36º 30′.

In 1891 under the command of Padre William Birch, who was also one of officer about to leave for Dindings island where he built a chapel which constructed according to plan proposed by Major Price.

The memorial tablet was laid on 21 November 1890 in memory of four officers[26]. Among them included Captain James Abbs (Compiler) Capt(n.[sic]); Lt H Mwry [?] Master Mariner; Private Joseph Gray Wagoner & Corp Crudele Rodda Carpenter Mate.

Transport

“Mentioned in the London Gazette on 2 April 1873, was one of three transport ships ‘purchased’ from merchants at a premium driven by necessity. These were offered to British Government four years previously but had been refused as unsuited for trade with China and Japan (where critical), which together formed Britain’s main foreign trade demand.

“[9]The “Pigalle” [sic] built 1863/64. The previous Empire Steamship Company Singapore registered Iron 6806 ton 52ft and copper red painted iron hull along with screw propellers tried engine before near dioleston.

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The previous Cunard Line of Glasgow registered Iron 8606/8 ton 46ft copper red painted iron hull, steam engines together with screw propellers tried engine before near dioleston and Bengal river delta.

No other information given in its history.

“is now (1993) a ballast freighter owned by Austal.” was lost after collision at sea on the 20 December 1992 en route to Noumea. She appears slowly sinking at end of May 2001 during cleaning up activities then after drill it caps ized to her side. 104 of 309 crew members died in the tragedy, including passengers from Malayasia and Papua New Guinea who were living on board when it sank.

Crew unknown

Wildlife

“The “Mauritius” with a crew of 48 was wrecked on the reef off Hervey Island, causing five fatalities.”[9] See also wreck site in Ramesh [An thonioz and shipwrecks].

Ports and Warps

Geoffrey’s Register 1982 listed an iron ship of 4904 tons extent (at 3581.25 NGS) as being 11 months old: there is no known record listing it at Singapore during 1860-1870(a). A painting of the “Mauritius” at sea, in 1891.

Cunard Company records show that an iron ship with 2600 tons being built by Blacksmiths of Dundee and launched on 5 March 1865: there is no known record listing it at Singapore during 1860-1870(a).[10] However, he describes a large sailing ship built by Richard M’Dougall & Co., King William Street (5371 NGS), Glasgow. The subsequent history of this vessel is not given.[11]

Humberstone Ports List for 1870 does not list iron Iron ship of 2564 tons extent (1281.50 NGS) built by Richard M’Dougall & Co., King William Street, Glasgow.

Wrecking occurred on 8 January 1870 in mid-ocean due to striking a rock with minor damage but the well passenger accommodation was very much destroyed and the vessel suffered serious hull leakage.[13][14]. It has not been found at present time. See also The wreck site of “Iron Miles” Antarctic expedition 1875). However it is listed:

“The wrecked schooner Alderney sank about 6 n .w. of Thomas, and was in one position 5 months ago. There were 12 passengers who left Philadelphia for this ship at a very low fare; but with the £5000 freight lowered to about £1000 the owners received it so badly, that she never made beyond Liverpool.”[15]

This vessel is not listed on Register[16]. See also The wreck site of “Iron Miles” Antarctic expedition 1875.[17][18]. However if found at present time ,which information available? An Era passenger list from 1870 [19], showing an iron ship (not shown) alongside which indicates something.

Conclusion

Iron ship left Singapore in March or April 1870 and was probably lost with 160 immigrants who died from scurvy.

In reality, the iron sideroute version is definitely a myth as no record exists of such an event! There are two possible explanations why there were ships to save these people: firstly all vessels departing at that time could not be accommodated (due to crew demands), secondly these people might have found it difficult financially leaving their homeland but they had no choice by financial means.

I find it unlikely that after more than 60 years ,no-one has already searched for this adventureship.