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- Heavy Fire
Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 13 Aug 1858 Heavy Fire. - About half last one o'clock this mornings fire broke out in the cupola of the Empire Elevator, owned by F.,T. Carrington and P. Rathbun, and although every exertion was made by our efficient fire brigade, with the assistance of the hydrants from the adjoining mills, within two … Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 13 Aug 1858 Heavy Fire. - About half last one o'clock this mornings fire broke out in the cupola of the Empire Elevator, owned by F.,T. Carrington and P. Rathbun, and although every …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - A Walk About Town
Oswego Palladium (Oswego, NY), 17 Nov 1849 A Walk About Town Oswego is considerable of a city. Of this any one may be convinced by ascending the high ground, upon either side of the river, and looking down upon the one hundred and fifty blocks, the square decorated with trees, the dozen churches and public edifices, the … Oswego Palladium (Oswego, NY), 17 Nov 1849 A Walk About Town Oswego is considerable of a city. Of this any one may be convinced by ascending the high ground, upon either side of the river, and looking …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - The Excursion Party
Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 24 Jul 1855 The Excursion Party The wharf, piazzas, wood-piles, and everything to which a footing could be obtained, were alive with humanity last evening, to witness the departure of the excursion party on board the America, Capt. Masson. City Hacks commenced dropping down excursionists at ... Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 24 Jul 1855 The Excursion Party The wharf, piazzas, wood-piles, and everything to which a footing could be obtained, were alive with humanity last evening, to witness the departure of the excursion party …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - The Excursion to Toronto and Hamilton Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 26 Jul 1855 The Excursion to Toronto and Hamilton An excursion party left here on Monday evening, as previously announced, on the steamer America, Capt. Masson, The party was composed of over 300 Ladies and Gentlemen, mostly from Oswego, but with a fair representation from Fulton and ... Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 26 Jul 1855 The Excursion to Toronto and Hamilton An excursion party left here on Monday evening, as previously announced, on the steamer America, Capt. Masson, The party was composed of over 300 …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- List of Vessels Laid Up at the Port of Oswego Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 19 Dec 1862 List of Vessels Laid Up at the Port of Oswego December 19, 1862 We are indebted to Capt. William Williams, Marine Inspector of Board of Lake Underwriters, for a list of vessels laid up in this port, which is follows: Name of ... Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 19 Dec 1862 List of Vessels Laid Up at the Port of Oswego December 19, 1862 We are indebted to Capt. William Williams, Marine Inspector of Board of Lake Underwriters, for a list …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Annual Statement of the Trade and Commerce of Oswego Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 10 Apr 1860 Annual Statement of the Trade and Commerce of Oswego. Tonnage of the Port of Oswego The following shows the names of steamers and vessels owned the port of Oswego, their tonnage, and where built: Name Where ... Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 10 Apr 1860 Annual Statement of the Trade and Commerce of Oswego. Tonnage of the Port of Oswego The following shows the names of steamers and vessels owned the port of Oswego, their …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Our Lake Craft - Changes of Ownership, etc. Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 24 Mar 1864 Our Lake Craft - Changes of Ownership, etc. We referred yesterday to some of the business changes that have recently occurred in our city - such as the formation of new partnerships, the dissolution of old firms, the establishment of new branches of trade, removals, &c.; While ... Oswego Commercial Times (Oswego, NY), 24 Mar 1864 Our Lake Craft - Changes of Ownership, etc. We referred yesterday to some of the business changes that have recently occurred in our city - such as the formation of …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- The Eight Hour System Adopted in Oswego
Oswego Advertiser and Times (Oswego, NY), 27 May 1867 The Eight Hour System Adopted in Oswego. - We learn that the Ship Carpenters and Caulkers Union will commence working on the eight hour system on Monday morning, with the approval of all the bosses except one. In consideration of the less number of hours constituting a working day, the … Oswego Advertiser and Times (Oswego, NY), 27 May 1867 The Eight Hour System Adopted in Oswego. - We learn that the Ship Carpenters and Caulkers Union will commence working on the eight hour system on Monday morning, with the …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - Marine Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 2 Apr 1855 Owing to the severity of the storm, there are no public transactions today. Marine. - A number of vessels took clearances for Canadian ports on Saturday. Among those which went out Saturday night, the propeller St. Nicholas and the schooner Western which encountered the storm ... Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 2 Apr 1855 Owing to the severity of the storm, there are no public transactions today. Marine. - A number of vessels took clearances for Canadian ports on Saturday. Among those which went …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Another Tug Boat. Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 10 Apr 1855 Another Tug Boat. - Ex.alderman Dobbie has just completed another tug boat, for this harbor, at the foot of West Schuyler street, which we learn by the Palladium will be launched this afternoon at 4 o'clock. This is the third steam tug built by Mr. Dobbie, and is in every … Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 10 Apr 1855 Another Tug Boat. - Ex.alderman Dobbie has just completed another tug boat, for this harbor, at the foot of West Schuyler street, which we learn by the Palladium will be …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 11 Apr 1855 The new tug J.H. Bloore, was launched yesterday, agreeable to notice about half past four o'clock, in the presence of a large concourse of spectators. She started off without much trouble, and was as fine a launch as we have witnessed. She dipped slightly when she struck the water, and … The new tug J.H. Bloore, was launched yesterday, agreeable to notice about half past four o'clock, in the presence of a large concourse of spectators. She started off without much …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Steamer Ontario Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 24 Apr 1855 Steamer Ontario. - This old favorite made her first appearance in our harbor this morning, from Charlotte where she has been laid up the past winter. Her exterior presents the appearance of a new boat, having been entirely repainted, and the interior is as usual elegant. We regret to ... Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 24 Apr 1855 Steamer Ontario. - This old favorite made her first appearance in our harbor this morning, from Charlotte where she has been laid up the past winter. Her exterior presents the …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Launch Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 30 Apr 1855 Launch. - Ald. Rogers was making preparations this morning to launch the "Ocean Eagle, one of the new vessels on his stocks. She is so nearly fitted out that little time will be required to put her in sailing condition. Capt. McKnight, as before noticed, is to take the command, … Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 30 Apr 1855 Launch. - Ald. Rogers was making preparations this morning to launch the "Ocean Eagle, one of the new vessels on his stocks. She is so nearly fitted out that little …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- The "Ocean Eagle" Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 1 May 1855 The "Ocean Eagle" was launched at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon in the presence of a large assemblage. We never saw a vessel got off the stocks with so little trouble. The "Ocean Eagle" is a very fine looking craft, with a clipper look that we admire, and we doubt not … Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 1 May 1855 The "Ocean Eagle" was launched at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon in the presence of a large assemblage. We never saw a vessel got off the stocks with so little trouble. …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 2 May 1855 The propeller "Lady of the Lake," Capt. Rosman, arrived here last evening from Ogdensburgh, full of freight and passengers for Chicago. She had been advertised here and a large number of emigrants had collected and were waiting, with their furniture, in this city to take passage by the ... The propeller "Lady of the Lake," Capt. Rosman, arrived here last evening from Ogdensburgh, full of freight and passengers for Chicago. She had been advertised here and a large number …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- The Launch of the Thomas Y. Avery Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 7 May 1855 The Launch of the Thomas Y. Avery - At half past six on Saturday afternoon Messrs. Crockett & Rogers launched their new vessel, which, though we did not see, we are informed went off in fine style. It was quite difficult to secure the ways in the water, there being … Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 7 May 1855 The Launch of the Thomas Y. Avery - At half past six on Saturday afternoon Messrs. Crockett & Rogers launched their new vessel, which, though we did not see, we …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 3 May 1855 The old schooner "Helen Bronson," which has been lying below the toll bridge for the past two or three years, is fast giving way to the appearance of a vessel in distress. With the assistance of the rapid current she is slowly obliterating the small piece of coffer dam by … The old schooner "Helen Bronson," which has been lying below the toll bridge for the past two or three years, is fast giving way to the appearance of a vessel …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Gone Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 26 May 1855 This vessel sunk near the lower bridge in Oswego after the 5 July 1853 fire on the east side. Built at Three Mile Bay, Lake Ontario, in 1835. 103 tons Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 26 May 1855 This vessel sunk near the lower bridge in Oswego after the 5 July 1853 fire on the east side. Built at Three Mile Bay, Lake Ontario, in 1835. 103 tonsMaritime History of the Great Lakes
- Launch Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 5 May 1855 Launch. - Messrs. Crockett & Rogers launched a new vessel built for H.M. Ames, Esq., this afternoon at 3 o'clock. We have spoken of her on a previous occasion , when building, and will only add that she is in every respect a fine looking craft, that will do credit … Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 5 May 1855 Launch. - Messrs. Crockett & Rogers launched a new vessel built for H.M. Ames, Esq., this afternoon at 3 o'clock. We have spoken of her on a previous occasion , …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Steamer Huron Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 16 May 1855 Steamer Huron, - This vessel, so unfortunate on Saturday night last in leaving our harbor, was raised last evening, and towed round to Mr. Baker's Dry Dock, on which she will be hauled, it is thought, this afternoon. Capt. Wm. Morgan, of the North Western Insurance Company, has ... Oswego Times & Journal (Oswego, NY), 16 May 1855 Steamer Huron, - This vessel, so unfortunate on Saturday night last in leaving our harbor, was raised last evening, and towed round to Mr. Baker's Dry Dock, on which she …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
