Shotline Diving Wreck Profile
- Name: Starlight
- Type: Cargo Steamer
- Year Built: 1915
- Builder: Larsen and Olsen
- Dimensions: Not specified
- Registered Tonnage: Not listed
- Location: Marinette, Wisconsin, USA
- Official Number: Not listed
- Original Owners: Larsen and Olsen, Marinette, Wisconsin
- Number of Masts: Not specified
Wreck Location Map
Vessel Type
Wooden-hulled cargo steamer designed for transporting agricultural products.
Description
The Starlight was a wooden-hulled cargo steamer constructed in 1915, specifically designed for the transportation of agricultural commodities such as potatoes, grain, apples, and hay. Given the nature of her cargo, it’s likely that the vessel featured ample cargo holds and was equipped to handle bulk shipments efficiently.
History
Commissioned by Larsen and Olsen of Marinette, Wisconsin, the Starlight was intended to serve the agricultural transport needs of the Great Lakes region. Her operations would have been crucial in moving produce from rural areas to larger markets. Unfortunately, her service was cut short, and detailed records of her voyages and operational history are limited.
Significant Incidents
On November 13, 1915, while docked in Marinette, Wisconsin, the Starlight caught fire. The blaze rapidly consumed the vessel, and despite efforts to extinguish it, the ship was burned to a total loss. At the time of the incident, she was carrying a cargo of potatoes, grain, apples, and hay. Remarkably, there were no casualties reported in the fire.
Final Disposition
As of current records, the wreck of the Starlight has not been located.
Current Condition & Accessibility
There are no current Notices to Mariners or advisories regarding obstructions related to the Starlight wreck site.
Resources & Links
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The Starlight‘s loss underscores the vulnerabilities of early 20th-century wooden-hulled vessels, especially those carrying flammable cargoes. Her destruction in the same year she was launched highlights the risks faced by maritime operations during that era. While her service was brief, the Starlight remains a part of the rich tapestry of Great Lakes maritime history.
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