Others Names
- Col. HATHAWAY
The scow-schooner COLONEL HATHAWAY was built in 1870 by John Gue in New Baltimore, Michigan. Here are the details of the vessel’s history and its loss:
Specifications:
- Official Number: 5861
- Type: Scow-schooner, wood
- Year of Build: 1870
- Builder: John Gue, New Baltimore, Michigan
- Tonnage (gross): 93.18
History:
- 1870: Owned by Shoemaker et al, Buffalo, NY.
- 1874: Enrolled in New Baltimore, Michigan.
- 1880: Enrolled in Detroit, Michigan.
Loss:
On September 16, 1881, the COLONEL HATHAWAY met its unfortunate end in a storm. The vessel was at Harrisville, Michigan, lying at the pier when the unexpected storm struck. The crew was unable to get the schooner out into the lake to safety. As a result, the vessel was cast ashore and wrecked due to the force of the storm. Fortunately, there were no reported loss of lives in this incident.
Additional Information:
The sources report that the schooners GARIBALDI, NORTHERN LIGHT, and COLONEL HATHAWAY were total wrecks at Harrisville. All three vessels were lying at the pier and couldn’t get out into the lake to escape the storm.
Cargo Jettisoning Incident:
There is a separate incident mentioned involving the COLONEL HATHAWAY where the vessel arrived in port after passing through a severe gale on Lake Erie. During this gale, a considerable portion of the vessel’s cargo of coal was swept from the decks. In order to save the vessel, some of the cargo was thrown overboard. This incident showcases the challenges and dangers faced by vessels during storms on the Great Lakes.
In summary, the scow-schooner COLONEL HATHAWAY had a history that included ownership changes and enrollments in various ports. Its unfortunate loss in a storm while lying at the pier at Harrisville is a reminder of the unpredictable and perilous conditions that vessels could face on the Great Lakes.
