Story
This tug was built in 1916 by Winslow Marine Railway & Shipbuilding Co..
Historical Notes
George Schneider (May 2026) writes: In the 2000's she was still classed as a towing vessel but clearly was used as a houseboat. Although her documents had lapsed, she was seen in 2022 afloat and undergoing woodwork at Port Townsend WA, the classic wooden boat hub of the West Coast.
Owners & Masters
In 1916-1923 she was owned by Samson Tug & Barge Co.
In 1925-1936 she was owned by MacDonald Logging Co., Ketchikan Alaska USA.
In 1981-2016 she was owned by Richard T. Lavers of Seattle WA USA.
Repower
By 1936 replaced by 200 HP Diesel engine
References
- Merchant Vessels of the United States (1916-1989)
- Merchant Vessels of the United States Annual digital files 1992-2026