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The Wreck of the Steamer J.S.

Date: 06 25 1910
Description: 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 ly...
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Christopher Columbus Cruise Vessel Accident

Date: 06 30 1917
Description: Damaged ship on the Milwaukee River. The Christopher Columbus was a popular cruise vessel launched in 1893 and used to traverse the Great Lakes. On ...
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Moonlight Bay

Date: 1915
Description: A ship lies grounded in the shallow waters of Mud Bay (part of Moonlight Bay), off Toft Point.
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Ruined Hull of Steamer J.S.

Date: 05 25 1910
Description: A man stands on the wreckage of a burned steamer in the Mississippi River near the shoreline. There is a small boat and a barrel nearby. Bluffs are in the ...

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