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Note: I don't know if this the proper place for this, but it really doesn't fit into the stolen gear directory.
Opionions vary when it comes to the recovery of artifacts, and while we as divers might not always agree, most would find the following events disturbing.
One of the shops I frequent Long Island Scuba in Lindenhurst NY, has an extensive Doria display exhibited by Alantic Wreck Diver Pat Rooney. The display contained a near complete sampling of Doria China (of all classes), stemware, silverware and pewter. The display has been there for over a year. The other night Pat noticed one of the curios was out of place and few artifacts were removed by persons unknown. Sadly one of the items was a one of a kind to him and is not easly replaced. The owners of the store are appalled at this developement and are offering a reward for its return, also the items can be mailed back no questions asked. Anyone one with information can PM me or call Long Island Scuba at (631)225-8450.
While this may seem trivial to some, I offer that Pat has dived the Doria over 100 times, and while many horde their artifacts Pat has choosen to make them avialable for other divers to see, and I believe that this is a piss poor way for that person to thank him.
Cheers
John Bricker
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Note: I don't know if this the proper place for this, but it really doesn't fit into the stolen gear directory.
Opionions vary when it comes to the recovery of artifacts, and while we as divers might not always agree, most would find the following events disturbing.
One of the shops I frequent Long Island Scuba in Lindenhurst NY, has an extensive Doria display exhibited by Alantic Wreck Diver Pat Rooney. The display contained a near complete sampling of Doria China (of all classes), stemware, silverware and pewter. The display has been there for over a year. The other night Pat noticed one of the curios was out of place and few artifacts were removed by persons unknown. Sadly one of the items was a one of a kind to him and is not easly replaced. The owners of the store are appalled at this developement and are offering a reward for its return, also the items can be mailed back no questions asked. Anyone one with information can PM me or call Long Island Scuba at (631)225-8450.
While this may seem trivial to some, I offer that Pat has dived the Doria over 100 times, and while many horde their artifacts Pat has choosen to make them avialable for other divers to see, and I believe that this is a piss poor way for that person to thank him.
Cheers
John Bricker
