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All aboard for the transcribed premiere production, the crews of the Paul Parrott. This is a thrilling, exciting story of the sea, the vast, stormy sea, which will be a place of high adventure until the end of time. This adventurous story tells of the hardships and perils of whaling, the mystery of hunting for buried treasure, and the dangers of storms at sea and mutiny. Well, boys and girls, as you can see, the crews of the Paul Parrott will be packed with thrills from star…

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In the inaugural episode of Cruise of the Paul Parrot, we meet Captain Roy Dalton, a brave and determined seaman who has just received his master's papers. Set in the bustling whaling town of New Bedford in 1858, Dalton is eager to take command of the Paul Parrott, a whaling ship he is set to captain. He encounters his old friend George Wainwright, who expresses concern about the dangers of whaling and the unsavory characters often found among the crew. Despite Wainwright's warnings, Dalton is resolute in his decision to lead a crew of true sailors, promising fair wages and a share in the profits.

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Cruise of the Poll Parrot, Episode 1

The Crew Is Hired

Saturday, September 25, 1937 · 11:24

Cruise of the Poll Parrot, Episode 1

The Crew Is Hired

Saturday, September 25, 1937 · 11:24

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Captain Roy Dalton prepares to set sail on the whaling ship Paul Parrott, but dark forces threaten his crew and mission. As he recruits his first mate, George Wainwright, they face mysterious dangers and potential mutiny.

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