During a recent Harbour Board meeting in Limerick, it was reported that the steamship “Hamin,” carrying a cargo of sugar from Hamburg, faced a full-day delay in the Shannon on the 9th owing to the unavailability of a pilot at Kilrush. As a result, additional taxes were levied on sugar, causing a financial loss of between £2,000 and £3,000 for the sugar owners. Alderman Daly commented that the pilots were evidently neglecting their duties and should be addressed. Mr Halliday concurred, and the matter has been referred to the Pilots’ Committee for further investigation and action.

Northants Evening Telegraph – Wednesday 30 April 1902