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Fr. Edward J. Dowling, S.J. Marine Historical Collection

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La Prairie.
Original Name:La Prairie.
Owner:La Prairie Ferry Co., Canada, Montreal
Builder:A. Cantin., 1867, Canada, Providence of Quebec, Montreal
Engine Builder:Gilbert., 1867
Year Built:1867
Final Disposition:Burned July 24, 1909 at La Prairie.
Remarks:Engines very probably from La Prairie (ex. Lady Elgin) of 1849.
Registry Number:C. 103107
Hull Number:None
Vessel Type:Passenger & Freight Ferry, sidewheel
Length:178 ft.
Width:28 ft.
Height:9 ft.
Gross Tonnage:523 t.
Materials:Wood

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