American Oil Tanker Burns Out At Sea

The American oil tanker Doris Kellogg caught fire en route to Philadelphia from Port Arthur, Texas. The crew was rescued by the steamer Delaware Sun and later transferred to the Coast Guard cutter Yamacroft. The fire, which started off the North Carolina coast, spread rapidly, leading to the tanker's sinking.

What was the destination of the Doris Kellogg when the fire broke out?

• Miami

• Boston

• Philadelphia

• New York

Which vessel first sighted the Doris Kellogg and rescued its crew?

• Coast Guard cutter Yamacroft

• Steamer Texas Star

• Steamer Delaware Sun

• Tanker Philadelphia

To which vessel were the crew of the Doris Kellogg transferred after being rescued?

• Steamer Texas Star

• Tanker Philadelphia

• Steamer Delaware Sun

• Coast Guard cutter Yamacroft

Where did the fire on the Doris Kellogg originate?

• Near the Texas coast

• Near the Florida coast

• Off the North Carolina coast

• In the Gulf of Mexico

What was the final outcome for the Doris Kellogg after the fire?

• It was extinguished and continued its journey

• It sank after a huge smoke ball

• It was towed to safety

• It was abandoned and left adrift