Hi Sylvia,

Having checked my souces 1863 to 1913.. I located the following: McQuiggan JAMES age 22 birthplace. Douglas status AB ( able seaman) Vessel "Bride" 1 / 1 1872 First voyage official # 8164 source I.O.M. 173364. He is the only one listed of that name, so it sounds to me this was his first ship and this was James's (of 1874 ) father. My records do not show son James's record even though they go up to 1913, how ever re: the Life-Boat Service, I would suggest writing or emailing the Manx Museum they should be able to help on this or advise you who to contact. See their contact details here below.

Patricia C Griffiths, Library Assistant, Manx National Heritage, Kingswood Grove, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM4 3LY

Tel: +44(0)1624 648000

Fax: +44(0)1624 648001

Website: www.gov.im/mnh

I cannot check the Vessel " Creaden" until next week some time, but I will get back to you if there is any record.
Reference the : Moore JOHN there are hundreds of them.....do you want to pursue , if so I need age and place off birth.

Here are some Mariners sites : http://www.swanseamariners.org.uk/registeredships.php and

http://www.mightyseas.co.uk/

Hope this helps.

Brian www.kneen.com