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- Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), February 13, 1884
John Oats Killed. - The old war ship, New Orleans, a relic of 1812, which is being taken down at Sacketts Harbor, N.Y., was the scene of a sad and fatal accident to-day (Saturday). The workmen went to work as usual this morning, but a number of them expressed a … John Oats Killed. - The old war ship, New Orleans, a relic of 1812, which is being taken down at Sacketts Harbor, N.Y., was the scene of a sad and …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), 26 Sep 1872 The boat launch took place last Saturday as advertised. A large crowd was present to witness the scene; the time had been set at 1 o'clock, and at the exact time the word was given by L.M. Read, the master builder. When the word was given the blow was struck, … The boat launch took place last Saturday as advertised. A large crowd was present to witness the scene; the time had been set at 1 o'clock, and at the exact …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- The Schooner Jennie White Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), 3 Jun 1874 The Schooner Jennie White. - Boat launch day came at last. It was one of the finest for the purpose. Quite a collection of people were present, prominent among whom were the owners of the vessel, Mr. Leonard Seaton, Mr. Herbert Seaton and Capt. J.M. White. The vessel is a … Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), 3 Jun 1874 The Schooner Jennie White. - Boat launch day came at last. It was one of the finest for the purpose. Quite a collection of people were present, prominent among whom …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- The Real Facts of the Sharples' Wreck Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), 3 May 1911 The John Sharples is a large iron freighter, owned by a Duluth company. In the early part of December she left Chicago for Ogdensburg, loaded with 78,000 bushels of corn. She was seen to pass Olcott light, and Capt. Garant, who is light-keeper there, remarked, "If she gets into the … Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), 3 May 1911 The John Sharples is a large iron freighter, owned by a Duluth company. In the early part of December she left Chicago for Ogdensburg, loaded with 78,000 bushels of corn. …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), Nov. 28, 1877 We saw an iron mallet for pile-driving at Jenkins' Landing last night. It looks as though we were to have some needed improvements at the landing. Capt. Ellis says there is but three feet of water at the mouth of Big Sandy Creek. The schooner Union, in attempting on the … We saw an iron mallet for pile-driving at Jenkins' Landing last night. It looks as though we were to have some needed improvements at the landing. Capt. Ellis says there …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Jefferson County Journal (Adams, NY), February 13, 1884 JOHN OATS KILLED. - The old war ship, New Orleans, a relic of 1812, which is being taken down at Sacketts Harbor, N.Y., was the scene of a sad and fatal accident to-day (Saturday). The workmen went to work as usual this morning, but a number of them expressed a … JOHN OATS KILLED. - The old war ship, New Orleans, a relic of 1812, which is being taken down at Sacketts Harbor, N.Y., was the scene of a sad and …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Fatal Accident
Fatal Accident Archibald Woods of Lindsay, Canada Lost Overboard About nine o'clock yesterday morning as the Schooner Philo Bennett, was on her way from Deseronto to Oswego a young man named Archibald Woods was lost overboard. Captain Eccles gives us the following ... Fatal Accident Archibald Woods of Lindsay, Canada Lost Overboard About nine o'clock yesterday morning as the Schooner Philo Bennett, was on her way from Deseronto to Oswego a young man …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - Canal Regulations CANAL REGULATIONS. At a meeting of the Board of Canal Commissioners in the city of Albany, on the 10th of March, 1826, the following rules and regulations, in addition to those provided by law relating to the Erie and Champlain canals, were adopted to wit: 1. Every boat ... CANAL REGULATIONS. At a meeting of the Board of Canal Commissioners in the city of Albany, on the 10th of March, 1826, the following rules and regulations, in addition to …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Launch at Brockville Launch at Brockville - A steamer named Bristol was launched from the yard of Messrs. Chaffrey Bros., Brockville, on Saturday last. She is the largest class built to pass through the locks. The launch was successful, and was witnessed by a very large number of spectators. ... Launch at Brockville - A steamer named Bristol was launched from the yard of Messrs. Chaffrey Bros., Brockville, on Saturday last. She is the largest class built to pass through …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Launch Launch. - Yesterday afternoon, the new steamer Dawn, built for Messrs. H. & S. Jones, by Mr. Parkin, ship builder of this town, was launched amid the cheers of a large concourse of spectators. She is a good model, and went into her destined element in fine style. The Albion, … Launch. - Yesterday afternoon, the new steamer Dawn, built for Messrs. H. & S. Jones, by Mr. Parkin, ship builder of this town, was launched amid the cheers of a …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Large Variety of Craft Move in ‘Lake of Thousand Islands’ Large Variety of Craft Move in 'Lake of Thousand Islands,' Reminiscent of Early History ______ WATERTOWN - Water traffic is teeming this summer through the Lake of a Thousand Isles, in volume and with a variety of craft unknown since long before the recent war. First ... Large Variety of Craft Move in 'Lake of Thousand Islands,' Reminiscent of Early History ______ WATERTOWN - Water traffic is teeming this summer through the Lake of a Thousand Isles, …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Schooner W. S. Malcolm Waterlogged Schooner W. S. Malcolm Waterlogged - Strange conduct of the Captain and four of the Crew. - Capt. Smith, of the schooner Kyle Spangler, which arrived here last night, reports to us he found the schooner W.S. Malcolm, Capt. Barck, with a cargo of lumber for this port, waterlogged, ... Schooner W. S. Malcolm Waterlogged - Strange conduct of the Captain and four of the Crew. - Capt. Smith, of the schooner Kyle Spangler, which arrived here last night, reports …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Brig Algomah and her Escape This beautiful craft, it will be remembered got upon the rocks in Lake Erie and had it not been for her great strength and the U.S. Steamer, who came to her relief, she would have been ship-wrecked. As it was, about 1000 bushels of wheat were thrown over board. The … This beautiful craft, it will be remembered got upon the rocks in Lake Erie and had it not been for her great strength and the U.S. Steamer, who came to …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- After Many Years After Many Years Parties gathering driftwood near Snake Creek, in the town of Mexico Friday found a chair stamped, "Schr. W.I. Preston." The schooner Preston hailed from Oswego and was wrecked on Simcoe Island near Kingston, fifteen or sixteen years ago. She was in command ... After Many Years Parties gathering driftwood near Snake Creek, in the town of Mexico Friday found a chair stamped, "Schr. W.I. Preston." The schooner Preston hailed from Oswego and was …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Death of Captain John B. Estes of Charlotte Death of Captain John B. Estes of Charlotte The recent death of Captain John B. Estes of Charlotte at the age of or more than 90 years has brought into review something of the remarkable career of this last sailor whose record was when there were in reality "Men before … Death of Captain John B. Estes of Charlotte The recent death of Captain John B. Estes of Charlotte at the age of or more than 90 years has brought into …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Steam on the Erie Canal Steam on the Erie Canal. - The people of western New York are rejoicing over the success of the experiment of introducing steam on the Erie Canal. The difficulty heretofore has been that the wave, driven to the banks of the canal by the action of the screw of the … Steam on the Erie Canal. - The people of western New York are rejoicing over the success of the experiment of introducing steam on the Erie Canal. The difficulty heretofore …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Canal Navigation Canal Navigation. - We continue the list of arrivals and clearance at the Collector's office in this village. It may be seen that thirteen boats arrived on one day. Many unload here, while others are taken in tow by the Steam Boat up the Lake, with supplies for the country … Canal Navigation. - We continue the list of arrivals and clearance at the Collector's office in this village. It may be seen that thirteen boats arrived on one day. Many …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Life Savers LIFE SAVERS ____ Visit to the Oswego Station ____ Facilities Provided by the Government for Saving the Lives of the Shipwrecked - How the Men Do their Work - Watching or Wrecks and Training for Duty. ___ The recent terrible storms on the lakes ... LIFE SAVERS ____ Visit to the Oswego Station ____ Facilities Provided by the Government for Saving the Lives of the Shipwrecked - How the Men Do their Work - Watching …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Launch of the Steel Ship Algonquin Launch of the Steel Ship Algonquin ____ The Big Steamer Rides Gradually Down The railway, and Kisses the Green Waters of the St. Lawrence. _____ A Big Crowd Present to See the Sight. _____ The big steel ship, Algonquin, built on the Clyde, ... Launch of the Steel Ship Algonquin ____ The Big Steamer Rides Gradually Down The railway, and Kisses the Green Waters of the St. Lawrence. _____ A Big Crowd Present to …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Disastrous Conflagration! Disastrous Conflagration! _____ Destruction of the 'Union Elevator with some 40,000 Bushels of Wheat - Loss of $127,000 ____ At about half past ten o'clock last night, fire was discovered in the second story of the "Union Elevator" east end of the iron bridge, ... Disastrous Conflagration! _____ Destruction of the 'Union Elevator with some 40,000 Bushels of Wheat - Loss of $127,000 ____ At about half past ten o'clock last night, fire was discovered …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
