Maritime History of the Great Lakes

Mayflower (Propeller), fire, 28 Feb 1853

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On Thursday last at 5 o'clock, P.M., the propeller MAYFLOWER, lying at Chicago, was discovered to be on fire. Before the flames could be extinguished the steerage, where it originated, was entirely consumed. The loss is stated at $400.
      Buffalo Daily Republic
      February 28, 1853

Media Type
Text
Newspaper
Item Type
Clippings
Notes
Reason: fire
Lives: nil
Hull damage: $400
Remarks: Repaired
Date of Original
1853
Subject(s)
Propellers
Mayflower (Propeller)
Local identifier
McN.W.15286
Language of Item
English
Geographic Coverage
  • Chicago
    Illinois, United States
    Latitude: 41.85003 Longitude: -87.65005
Donor
William R. McNeil
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Mayflower (Propeller), fire, 28 Feb 1853