Maritime History of the Great Lakes

Marine Review (Cleveland, OH), 17 May 1900, p. 17

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ae _ MARINE REVIEW. | 17 the danger of grounding at this point on account of the former position of the light, I know of no contemplated aid to navigation at this time that would contribute so much substantial benefit to almost the entire commerce of the great lakes as would the carrying out of Col. Anderson's suggestion in this matter. The peculiar position of the middle ground with relation to the adjacent shoal spots that have become serious and dangerous obstacles to safety since the advent of deep draught steamers, seems to offer particular advantages for a light-house as a guide in approaching from either direction and passing through the Point Pelee passage with comparative safety. It is earnestly hoped that our neighbors will avail themselves of this opportunity of acting upon Col. Anderson's suggestion to the credit of Canada and the high appreciation of the entire merchant marine interests of the great lakes." The United States coast survey steamer Endeavor will make a com- Ze plete survey of the Delaware river, ae 'ENVISAGTIO "OO F "Ur 'DNINNVW 'SOHL AD LIING--LVOU ANIMA LIONLAG MAN WON Sawoa HITd1aL "Oo "ONYIaN3a7N5 *-O9 8°Yr CONINNVW'SOHL UN THU NVALS TAL - cme

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