The E.B. Annett was a schooner built in 1864 on Galloo Island, Ontario. The vessel had an official number of 7243 and was constructed by Gannett & Miner. It was owned by Gannett & Miner, based in Sacketts Harbor, New York. The E.B. Annett was a wooden-hulled schooner with two masts.
In terms of dimensions, the schooner had a tonnage of 71, measured in the old style. However, its exact length, beam, and depth are not specified in the provided information.
Tragically, the E.B. Annett met its final fate on August 23, 1870, approximately twelve miles north of Oswego, New York, in Lake Ontario. The vessel foundered after springing a leak, ultimately leading to its sinking. The E.B. Annett’s final cargo was reported to be either plaster or water lime, indicating the nature of its commercial operations at the time.
No further details regarding the circumstances or specific events surrounding the schooner’s foundering are provided.
