E. Hall (Foundered 1875)
Identification & Site Information:
•Vessel Name: E. Hall
•Vessel Type: Schooner
•Date of Wreck: August 14, 1875
•Location: Port Darlington, Lake Ontario
•Cause: Foundering in rough conditions
Vessel Type Description:
The E. Hall was a 108-ton schooner, used primarily for the transport of cargo along Lake Ontario. Built for the demands of trade across the lake, schooners of this era were common vessels due to their relatively simple rigging and large cargo capacities.
History:
On August 14, 1875, the E. Hall encountered severe weather while sailing near Port Darlington on Lake Ontario. The vessel foundered in the rough waters, with significant property loss amounting to $10,000. The ship was part of the thriving maritime activity on Lake Ontario during the 19th century, often transporting goods between ports like Oswego, Toronto, and Kingston. Unfortunately, the foundering resulted in the total loss of the vessel.
Final Disposition:
The E. Hall sank in Lake Ontario near Port Darlington, with no successful recovery efforts reported.
Located By & Date:
No modern exploration has conclusively located the wreck of the E. Hall. Given the age of the incident and the conditions in which the vessel was lost, it is presumed that the wreck may remain undiscovered in the lakebed.
Notmars & Advisories:
•Obstructions: There are no known obstructions directly associated with the E. Hall wreck, as the precise location has not been identified.
•Advisories: Caution is advised for ships navigating the Port Darlington area due to historical wrecks like the E. Hall and the risks posed by similar underwater hazards.
Current Condition & Accessibility:
The condition of the E. Hall wreck is unknown. It is likely buried or broken up, as it has not been documented in recent explorations.
Resources & Links:
•Buffalo Democracy (Historical Casualty List)
•Wrecks of Lake Ontario (Sources on shipwrecks near Port Darlington)
Keywords:
E. Hall, Schooner, Lake Ontario, Port Darlington, Foundered, 1875, Shipwreck, Maritime History
The sinking of the E. Hall reflects the dangers schooners faced while navigating the unpredictable waters of Lake Ontario during the late 19th century.
