Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Jessie Stewart
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built:
- Builder:
- Dimensions: Not documented
- Registered Tonnage:
- Location: Near Hamilton, Ontario
- Official Number: Not located in available documentation
- Number of Masts: Two
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Vessel Type
The Jessie Stewart was a wooden schooner, a common vessel type on the Great Lakes during the 19th century, primarily used for transporting bulk cargo such as lumber, coal, and grain.
Description
Specific details regarding the Jessie Stewart‘s construction, dimensions, and ownership are scarce. As a schooner operating on Lake Ontario in the late 1800s, it likely featured two masts and was designed for cargo transport.
History
On November 17, 1882, the Jessie Stewart encountered difficulties near Hamilton, Ontario, on Lake Ontario. Reports indicate that the vessel went ashore during adverse weather conditions. Fortunately, all crew members were rescued, and no fatalities were reported. The specific circumstances leading to the grounding, such as weather conditions or navigational challenges, remain undocumented.
Significant Incidents
- Grounded near Hamilton, Ontario, on November 17, 1882.
- All crew members were rescued; no fatalities reported.
Final Disposition
The Jessie Stewart went ashore near Hamilton, Ontario, on November 17, 1882. The extent of the damage and whether the vessel was salvaged or declared a total loss is not documented in available historical records.
Current Condition & Accessibility
As of current knowledge, the wreck of the Jessie Stewart has not been located or identified.
Resources & Links
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The grounding of the Jessie Stewart near Hamilton in 1882 adds to the extensive history of maritime incidents on Lake Ontario. While specific details about the vessel and the circumstances of its grounding are limited, the survival of the crew highlights the challenges faced by mariners during that era. Further research in specialized maritime archives or local historical societies may provide additional insights into the Jessie Stewart and its final voyage.
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