GARDNER, F.B.
Registry and Rig Information | |
|---|---|
| Name | GARDNER, F.B. |
| Registry | U.S. |
| Official Number | 9198 |
| Rig | Brig |
Dimensions and Tonnage | |
| Length | 138.58 |
| Width | 31.83 |
| Depth | 8.33 |
| Masts | 2 |
| Gross Tonnage | 460.80 |
| Hull Material | Wood |
Vessel History | |
| Rebuilds | Readmeasured at Chicago, April 25, 1865 (132.75 x 30.66 x 10.58; 299.94 gross). Rig changed to bark, Chicago, July 28, 1866 (132.5 x 31.58 x 10.5; 422.51 gross). Rig changed to schooner, Chicago, May 13, 1872. Rebuilt, Chicago, October 14, 1879 (177.16 x 31.25 x 10; 402.71 gross - 382.57 net). |
| History | First enrollment issued at Chicago, IL, October 11, 1855. |
| Disposition | Caught fire while upbound in tow of propeller D. LEUTY, September 15, 1904, and sank seven miles above Sanilac, MI, Lake Huron, and about 2 1/2 miles offshore. Crew rescued by towing steamer. |
Build Information | |
| Builder | Gilson, Alfred |
| Place Built | Sheboygan, WI |
| Date Built | 1855-00-00 |
Source | |
| Source | HCGL |