Harold Wilson and Ms Canada V

Hello all my name is Stephen A James, Im the unofficial Production Assistant on the up incoming film Harold and Lorna I am seeking anyone with knowledge of original film from the 1930s-1950s of Harold and Lorna and/or there famous boat Miss Canada III.

I would be extremely appreciative of any assistance offered.

Sincerely S.A.J.

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Permalink Reply by Hydroplane Museum on February 1, 2011 at 8:05pm

You might check out these links:

http://www.thunderboats.org/history/history0360.html

http://www.thunderboats.org/history/history0410.html

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Permalink Reply by Mike Van Volkenburg on March 20, 2011 at 4:00am

We are currently doing a build of the Osborn Models kit of Miss Canada III. Please see our blog post for the link.

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Permalink Reply by Crispin Ginn on May 19, 2011 at 4:05am

I drove Miss Canada III at a show in Canada in 1982 and gave Harold Wilson a ride in the boat. When we got away from the crowd at Rideau Ferry (Ottawa), he ask me "do you think I could drive her?" I slid back and he squeezed over while we both kept our feet on the gas. He buzzed the crowd. It was very cool. I think I have a picture of us going under the bridge. C.

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Permalink Reply by Harold (Harry) Wilson Jr on May 6, 2012 at 9:21pm

Hello Crispin Ginn:

My name is Harold (Harry) Wilson jr. My Dad told me not to bother with Rideau Ferry on that weekend, but to continue in my pursuit of an outboard championship. I have regretted not being there for 30 years. Did you ever find the photo to which you were referring? Please contact me at haroldtwilson@yahoo.ca if you have. I would love to see it.

You might also be interested in seeing what we are up to here in Canada. Check out our new website: www.haroldandlornamovie.com