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- Berrien Springs Era (Berrien Springs, MI), 22 March 1876
The U. S. Government has begun the erection of a life-saving station at St. Joseph. The captain of the crew at that point will be Capt. Joseph Napier, one of the most experienced navigators on the lakes. The U. S. Government has begun the erection of a life-saving station at St. Joseph. The captain of the crew at that point will be Capt. Joseph Napier, one of …Maritime History of the Great Lakes - Berrien Springs Era (Berrien Springs, MI), 1 June 1887 (Wednesday) THE PURITAN. The new Graham & Morton steamer was successfully launched last Wednesday, in the presence of about 5000 people. The dimensions of the boat briefly stated are as follows: Length of keel, 165 feet; over all, 175 feet; depth of hold, 13 feet; breadth of beam ... THE PURITAN. The new Graham & Morton steamer was successfully launched last Wednesday, in the presence of about 5000 people. The dimensions of the boat briefly stated are as follows: …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Tuesday, October 16, 1838 The hermaphrodite schooner ' BROCK,' lost two of her guns during a little squall on Lake Huron, a short time ago, which, it appears, were not secured against such an emergency, doubtless, owing to the supposition by the salt water gentleman who commands the vessel, ... The hermaphrodite schooner ' BROCK,' lost two of her guns during a little squall on Lake Huron, a short time ago, which, it appears, were not secured against such an …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Thursday, June 13, 1839 The Steamboat CYNTHIA. -- Which was burnt last autumn between this and Amherstburgh, part of whose hull and engine was saved from the devouring elements, last week made her appearance in our waters, having come from Chatham, entirely renovated, resucitated, altered, amended, ... The Steamboat CYNTHIA. -- Which was burnt last autumn between this and Amherstburgh, part of whose hull and engine was saved from the devouring elements, last week made her appearance …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Wednesday, September 18, 1839 (From the Detroit Free Press, Sept. 3.) DESTRUCTION OF THE STEAMBOAT "GREAT WESTERN." About half past seven o'clock on Sunday evening, after our Monday's paper was put to press, our city was thrown into great excitement by a cry ... (From the Detroit Free Press, Sept. 3.) DESTRUCTION OF THE STEAMBOAT "GREAT WESTERN." About half past seven o'clock on Sunday evening, after our Monday's paper was put to press, our …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Friday, May 20, 1842 LAUNCH. -- The large scow built by the Messrs. Eberts, was launched on Thursday last; a large crowd of people was assembled to witness the entrance of this fine vessel into her natural element. Their patience, however, was pretty well tried as the launch did not take place before evening; … LAUNCH. -- The large scow built by the Messrs. Eberts, was launched on Thursday last; a large crowd of people was assembled to witness the entrance of this fine vessel …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Western Herald (Sandwich, ON), Thursday, August 11, 1842 IRON STEAMER. -- An iron steamer for the use of the Royal Navy, on Lake Ontario, has lately arrived out from Home. It came, of course, in pieces, but the Government having sent out competent persons, it is to be put up forthwith. In the same vessel which brought out … IRON STEAMER. -- An iron steamer for the use of the Royal Navy, on Lake Ontario, has lately arrived out from Home. It came, of course, in pieces, but the …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Canadian Emigrant (Sandwich, ON), Thursday, December 1, 1831 The boiler of the steam boat CYGNET, on her passage between Alexandria and Potomac Creek about 16 miles from the former place exploded. The accident proved less fatal than could have been expected; but one individual perished. (Adv.)THE CANADA ... The boiler of the steam boat CYGNET, on her passage between Alexandria and Potomac Creek about 16 miles from the former place exploded. The accident proved less fatal than could …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Canadian Emigrant (Sandwich, ON), Saturday, June 2, 1832 The IROQUOIS. — This boat, which is to ply between Prescott, and the head of the Long Sault, was towed from Gananoque to Prescott, on Wednesday the 9th. Inst., by the Sir James Kempt, where she is to be finished. The Grenville Gazette says, -- "her length is ... The IROQUOIS. — This boat, which is to ply between Prescott, and the head of the Long Sault, was towed from Gananoque to Prescott, on Wednesday the 9th. Inst., by …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Rochester Advertiser (Rochester, NY), Mon., April 20, 1850 Wreck of a Genesee Steamer -- We understand that Mr. Snow, of the lake House, and some other gentlemen residing at the mouth of the Genesee River, purchased a few days since a fine little steamer called the Utica, at Sackets Harbor, designed to be used on our River and … Wreck of a Genesee Steamer -- We understand that Mr. Snow, of the lake House, and some other gentlemen residing at the mouth of the Genesee River, purchased a few …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- St. Catharines Journal (St. Catharines, ON), February 8, 1840 The schooner Victor, of Buffalo, is supposed to have been lost on Lake Erie, about the last of Nov. with all on board. The schooner Victor, of Buffalo, is supposed to have been lost on Lake Erie, about the last of Nov. with all on board.Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Detroit Tribune (Detroit, MI), 18 Jun, 1876 Capt. Henry Bunday and his succession of "floating bethels" were a fixture on the lakes for decades. Capt. Henry Bunday and his succession of "floating bethels" were a fixture on the lakes for decades.Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- St. Catharines Constitutional (St. Catharines, ON), December 5, 1855 The weather continues remarkably mild and open, and, unlike ordinary seasons, dry and pleasant. The navigation too, instead of being clogged and impeded by frost, snow and ice, is as free and easy as in mid-summer and bids fair to remain so till Christmas. A large number of vessels daily … The weather continues remarkably mild and open, and, unlike ordinary seasons, dry and pleasant. The navigation too, instead of being clogged and impeded by frost, snow and ice, is as …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- St. Catharines Journal (St. Catharines, ON), June 21, 1838 Rise Of Water On Lake Erie - The Cleveland Herald mentions the fact that the waters of Lake Erie, at that point, are at least three and a half feet highter than they were three years ago, and eighteen inches above the level of last year. A similar rise has … Rise Of Water On Lake Erie - The Cleveland Herald mentions the fact that the waters of Lake Erie, at that point, are at least three and a half feet …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- St. Catharines Constitutional (St. Catharines, ON), August 6, 1856 Pleasure Excursion To Toronto Amongst the forthcoming pleasures in store for our townspeople may be noted the projected pleasure excursion of the Sons Of Temperance, which comes off on the 22nd inst.. Having chartered the Welland, and secured the services of a brass and quadrille ... Pleasure Excursion To Toronto Amongst the forthcoming pleasures in store for our townspeople may be noted the projected pleasure excursion of the Sons Of Temperance, which comes off on the …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- St. Catharines Constitutional (St. Catharines, ON), August 27, 1856 The Welland - Gross Falsehood We were somewhat surprised to see our neighbor of the Journal permit some unprincipled scamp to communicate through its columns base innuendoes against Capt. Hamilton by maintaining that the burning of the steamer Welland was but the natural ... The Welland - Gross Falsehood We were somewhat surprised to see our neighbor of the Journal permit some unprincipled scamp to communicate through its columns base innuendoes against Capt. Hamilton …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Daily Palladium (Oswego, NY), Wed April 14, 1874, page 4 Column 3 Column 3Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- Detroit Post (Detroit, MI), 15 Sep 1884 *August 29, 1880 - up to 20 lives were lost **ignis fatuus - "A wide variety of spectral lights, whose alleged purpose is to herald death or play tricks on travelers at night. It literally mean "foolish fire" and is so named because anyone who follows such a light is … *August 29, 1880 - up to 20 lives were lost **ignis fatuus - "A wide variety of spectral lights, whose alleged purpose is to herald death or play tricks on …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- St. Catharines Constitutional (St. Catharines, ON), May 30, 1855 The new steamer Europa, of Hamilton, commanded by Capt. Harrison, made a trial trip to Oakville on Saturday evening last, which the Globe says resulted very satisfactorily. The return trip from Oakville (20 miles) occupied 1 hour and 4 minutes. The new steamer Europa, of Hamilton, commanded by Capt. Harrison, made a trial trip to Oakville on Saturday evening last, which the Globe says resulted very satisfactorily. The return trip …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
- St. Catharines Constitutional (St. Catharines, ON), August 22, 1855 The schooner Josphine, Capt. William Greigg, will henceforth ply regularly between St.Catharines and Toronto twice a week, for the accommodation of merchants and others requirying freight conveyed to or from either port. Messers. Vequhart & Bowen will give all necessary information to ... The schooner Josphine, Capt. William Greigg, will henceforth ply regularly between St.Catharines and Toronto twice a week, for the accommodation of merchants and others requirying freight conveyed to or from …Maritime History of the Great Lakes
