George Goble – Oswego NY

George Goble was a shipbuilder in Oswego, New York, active in the mid-to-late 19th century. He was known for rebuilding and repairing vessels, particularly schooners and steamers operating on the Great Lakes.

Notable Work & Contributions

• 1865: Rebuilt the schooner Sardinia after it was wrecked on Lake Ontario.
• 1870s-1880s: Worked on multiple vessels involved in the Great Lakes trade.
• Based in Oswego, NY, a significant shipbuilding and repair hub during the 19th century.

Oswego was a key port on Lake Ontario, with shipyards that serviced Great Lakes schooners, steamers, and freighters. Goble’s work contributed to keeping many of these vessels in service through repairs and refits.