Maritime History of the Great Lakes

Erin (Propeller), 28 Jul 1881

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The new steam barge constructed for the Conlon Bros., of Thorold, by the Messrs. Shickluna, of St. Catharines, was successfully launched Thursday afternoon, and named the ERIN. She will be ready to sail in a few days. It is reported that F. St. John, of Port Burwell, has purchased the schooner (sic) for $72,000. She will have a carrying capacity of about 75,000 bushels of corn.
      Cleveland Herald
      Monday, August 1, 1881

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Newspaper
Item Type
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Notes
launch, St. Catharines
Date of Original
1881
Subject(s)
Erin (Propeller)
Propellers
Local identifier
McN.E.8845
Language of Item
English
Donor
William R. McNeil
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Erin (Propeller), 28 Jul 1881