IN HONOR OF
CHARLIES PARENTS

Warren A. Davis, Sr., or Cap'n! Dad was born in Vicksburg, Miss. on Feb. 28, 1912. There is much information I am lacking, and will get that in here as it comes in. In the meantime, however, we'll tell you about the man, from his three sons point of view. His Children, and grandchildren called him 'Dad' or 'Cap'n'! Dad was a highly respected man, in both his community and work place. He held the highest Marine license (Masters) which meant he could operate any vessel, anywhere. No matter the size, or on inland waters or on the open sea. He had worked in just about everything there was in the Marine field. He mastered any job he undertook.

I would like to make note, at this time, of the much appreciated response and effort on behalf of the American Commercial Barge Lines, and Christina L. Anders in the Human Resources Deptment. I was trying to secure a picture of the Warren D (a boat christened after Dad). Either the Warren D, or the Meriwether Louis, which he had served as Captain on for almost 30 years. I found the ACBL on line, as many Companies are now days, and sent an e-mail telling them what I was looking for. I really didn't expect an answer. The very next morning I found an e-mail in my mailbox from them. Needless to say I was really surprised, and very pleased. They gave me a phone number to call. I called, but that person was away from their desk. So, I figured it may be a while after all. About an hour later I got a phone call. I had left a message on their answering service, and a young woman was returning my call. She said the message had been forwarded to her, since the request was in her department. She said she couldn't find a picture of the Meriwether Louis, but she did have 2 pictures of the Warren D, and would send them via overnight express. Which she did! My neighbor scanned it and I put it in here. Thank you, ACBL and Christina Anders!
I am using another picture (scanned by neighbor) of the M/V Kansas City, with Tow as the background for this page. Dad's tows were considerably larger than this one, but it does give an idea of what he did. I had to lighten it somewhat, or none of the writing would show up.
He was loved and respected by his family most of all. He was a very responsible man, supporting his family and more.

The M/V WARREN-D

The M/V Meriweather Louis

Mom & Dad in Mexicali, Mexico - 1940

Mom and friend in Galley of the Meriwether Louis. Not sure of time frame here, but more recent than 1940.
Mom is the one on the right.

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