Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: G. H. Notter
- Type: Tug (Towboat)
- Year Built: 1862
- Builder: VanSlyke & Notter
- Dimensions: Length 58 ft (17.68 m); Beam 14 ft; Depth of hold 5.6 ft
- Registered Tonnage: 44 tons
- Location:
- Official Number: 10492
- Original Owners: John Littlefield, Buffalo, NY; Sincennes McNaughton, Montreal, Quebec
- Number of Masts: 1
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Vessel Type: Tug (Towboat)
Description
Description: The G. H. Notter was a wooden tugboat built in 1862, characterized by its screw propulsion and designed for towing and harbor work. It had a single deck and was typical of its era.
History
History: The G. H. Notter was constructed in Buffalo, New York, and enrolled for service in the same city. It was owned initially by John Littlefield and later by Sincennes McNaughton of Montreal, Quebec, indicating its operational significance in the Great Lakes region.
Significant Incidents
Significant Incidents:
- 1862: Constructed and enrolled in Buffalo, NY.
- 1882, Jun: Ownership transferred to Sincennes McNaughton, Montreal, Quebec.
Final Disposition
Final Disposition: The G. H. Notter was lost in 1898. The cause of loss is not specified, and it is simply listed as ‘Lost.’ The exact location of the loss is undocumented, and no casualties were recorded.
Current Condition & Accessibility
Current Condition & Accessibility: The current condition of the G. H. Notter is unknown, as it was lost without documentation of its final resting place.
Resources & Links
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Closing Summary: The G. H. Notter serves as a historical example of early wooden screw tugs on the Great Lakes, reflecting the maritime practices of the 19th century. Its undocumented loss highlights the challenges in maritime history research.
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