Wreck of the Steamer Bay State, Cape Elizabeth, 1916

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Wreck of the Steamer Bay State, Cape Elizabeth, 1916

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Description

A postcard showing the wreck of the steamer "Bay State" on September 23, 1916.

The vessel went aground at the entrance to Portland Harbor due to heavy fog and the lack of the Cape Elizabeth lightship.

All 150 passengers were rescued.

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About This Item

  • Title: Wreck of the Steamer Bay State, Cape Elizabeth, 1916
  • Creation Date: circa 1916
  • Subject Date: 1916-09-23
  • Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Postcard
  • Dimensions: 9 cm x 14 cm
  • Collection: Casco Bay Steamboat Collection
  • Object Type: Image

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Seashore Trolley Museum
PO Box A, Log Cabin Road, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
(207) 967-2800
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