Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Mary Everett
- Type: Schooner
- Year Built: 1865
- Builder: J. Cooper, Wallaceburg, Ontario
- Dimensions: ~120 ft × 26 ft × 8 ft; ~206 GRT / 197 NRT
- Registered Tonnage: 206 GRT / 197 NRT
- Location: Lake Ontario
- Official Number: C83156
- Original Owners: John Cooper
- Number of Masts: Three-masted
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Vessel Type
The Mary Everett, originally named Serepta, was a three-masted wooden schooner built in 1865. It was re-rigged in 1887 to enhance its sailing capabilities, reflecting the adaptation of traditional vessels to changing maritime demands.
Description
The vessel measured approximately 120 feet in length, 26 feet in beam, and 8 feet in depth. It had a registered tonnage of 206 gross tons and 197 net tons. The Mary Everett was registered in Wallaceburg, Ontario, under the ownership of John Cooper.
History
The Mary Everett was constructed in 1865 and underwent a significant re-rigging in 1887, transitioning to a three-masted schooner. This adaptation was indicative of the evolving shipping industry during that era. The vessel served in various capacities until its loss in 1903.
Significant Incidents
- On November 18, 1903, the Mary Everett encountered a severe storm on Lake Ontario, leading to its foundering.
- The cargo at the time of sinking is unknown, as registry notes are blank.
- There were likely no casualties reported, although the status of the crew remains unclear.
Final Disposition
The Mary Everett sank fully, and there is no record of salvage or recovery efforts. To date, no wreck site has been identified or surveyed, and remnants may still lie on the lake bottom.
Current Condition & Accessibility
The current condition of the Mary Everett remains unknown, as the wreck has not been located. It is presumed that the remains may be in deep water, awaiting discovery.
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The Mary Everett serves as a significant historical artifact, representing the late 19th-century Canadian-built wooden schooners. Its loss highlights the dangers faced by aging sailing vessels in the Great Lakes, particularly as steam power became more prevalent.
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