Vessel Profile

George E. Starr

George E. Starr
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Story

This passenger vessel was built in 1880 by Mitchell, Captain J.F.T. in Seattle, WT.

Historical Notes

In 1878 this vessel was built for Puget Sound service.

In 1880 this vessel had the postal contract to Victoria BC Canada.

In 1892 this vessel was sent to Astoria and operated unsuccessfully on the Ilwaco Route.

Owners & Masters

In 1880 she was owned by the Starr Line, Seattle WA.

In 1884 she was owned by Portland OR USA interests.

In 1896 she was owned by Captain E.E. Caine.

In 1910 she was owned by Puget Sound WA USA interests.

Masters

Captain Charles Clancy (1879); Captain Wilson; Captain Morrison; Captain T.W. Roberts; Captain Leander; Captain Green; Captain Jordison; Captain Cyrus Orr (1881); Captain A.N. McAlpine; Captain R.E. Howe (1892);

References

  • Newell, Gordon (Ed.) (1966)
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1884)
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1910)
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