Photograph
The Wreck of the Steamer J.S.
| The wreck of the sternwheel excursion, J.S., after being destroyed by fire. Caption reads: "This wreck of the Str. J.S. Burned June 25, 1910, now lying in the Mississippi River north of Victory, Wis. Over 1100 people escaped from this boat, with the loss of only two lives." |
| Image ID: | 6243 |
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| Creation Date: | 06 25 1910 |
| Creator Name: | Unknown |
| City: | Victory |
| County: | Vernon |
| State: | Wisconsin |
| Collection Name: | Subject albums, 1753?-1990? (bulk circa 1850s-circa 1950s) |
| Genre: | Photograph |
| Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
| Original Format Number: | Album 27.50 |
| Original Dimensions: | 5 x 3 inches |
| Plants |
| Fires |
| Outdoor photography |
| Marine accidents |
| Paddle steamers |
| Steamboats |
| Mississippi River |
| Shorelines |
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| Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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