CHARLEY, a schooner built in 1863 by A.B. Meyer in Detroit, met its unfortunate fate on May 10, 1881, at the mouth of Beaver River in Minnesota, on Lake Superior. The vessel, measuring 113 feet in length, 18 feet in width, and 6 feet in depth, had a tonnage of 50 tons. The exact details of the loss, including any loss of life or cargo carried at the time, are not specified.
The CHARLEY may have been wrecked at her dock, but it is possible that the vessel was repaired following the incident. It is worth noting that in 1877, a schooner named CHARLIE was reported missing near Whitefish Point, and it is speculated that this may have been the same vessel.
The CHARLEY, with its rich history and connection to the Great Lakes region, stands as a testament to the perils faced by ships navigating the vast waters of Lake Superior. The wreck serves as a reminder of the challenges and risks faced by sailors and the unpredictable power of storms on the Great Lakes.
