Maritime History of the Great Lakes

Rocket (Propeller), U21144, 16 Mar 1876

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      FOR SALE
      PROPELLER ROCKET
      The propeller ROCKET carries 630 tons. Has been in the grain trade, Duluth to Buffalo, during the past 3 years. Is in good condition for any trade. Extensive repairs to the hull in 1872. Engine and boiler infirst class condition. Has large new Hoisting engine. Very light on fuel-has made the round trip, Buffalo to Duluth and return stopping at way ports, with 100 tons of coal. The ROCKET is now lying at our dock, where she can be thoroughly examined by any one desiring to purchase.
      For particulars address Hanna & Co., Cleveland, O.
      Buffalo Commercial Advertiser
      March 16, 1876 4-2



Propeller ROCKET. U. S. No. 21144. Of 611 tons gross. Built Cleveland, Ohio, 1857. First Home port, Buffalo, N.Y. Disposition: - Rig changed to barge October 2, 1877
      Merchant Steam Vessels of the U. S. A.
      Lytle - Holdcamper List, 1790 to 1868
     


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Item Type
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advertised for sale
Date of Original
1876
Subject(s)
Local identifier
McN.E.5504
Language of Item
English
Donor
William R. McNeil
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Rocket (Propeller), U21144, 16 Mar 1876