FROST, WALTER L.
Registry and Rig Information | |
|---|---|
| Name | FROST, WALTER L. |
| Registry | U.S. |
| Official Number | 80973 |
| Rig | Propeller |
Dimensions and Tonnage | |
| Length | 235.58 |
| Width | 36.75 |
| Depth | 12.75 |
| Gross Tonnage | 1322.00 |
| Net Tonnage | 1203.00 |
| Hull Material | Wood |
| Hull Number | 00062 |
Vessel History | |
| History | During dense fog, stranded on south end of South Manitou Island, Lake Michigan, on November 4, 1903; scuttled to prevent pounding. Pumped out on November 6, 1903, then scuttled again. Abandoned on November 14, 1903, after breaking in two on November 10th. Vessel went to pieces that winter and was completely broken up by September 21, 1904. Was on voyage from Chicago for Ogdensburg, NY, with cargo of corn and general merchandise. Value of vessel estimated at $40,000, and cargo at $25,000, for a total loss of $54,000. |
Build Information | |
| Builder | Detroit Dry Dock Co. |
| Place Built | Detroit, MI |
| Date Built | 1883-00-00 |
Source | |
| Source | HCGL |
Vessel Owners
| Name | Begin Date | End Date | Registry | Official Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogdensburg & Lake Champlain Railroad Co. | 1883-00-00 | U.S. | 80973 | |
| Ogdensburg Transit Co. | 1899-00-00 | U.S. | 80973 | |
| Rutland Transit Co. | 1899-00-00 | 1903-00-00 | U.S. | 80973 |
| Western Transit Co. | 1903-00-00 | 1903-00-00 | U.S. | 80973 |