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Magnificent Excursion Str. J.S.
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The sternwheel excursion, J.S., underway, taken between 1901 and 1910. The magnificent Excursion Str. J.S. burned on the evening of June 25, 1910. 1100 people were safely landed. Only two lives were lost. The burned hull of the boat lies in the bottom of the Mississippi River in the Bad Axe Bend bewteen Genoa and Victory, Wisconsin.
1901
Everson
Publication Information
| Creator | Everson |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1901 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13 x 8 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Subject albums, 1753?-1990? (bulk circa 1850s-circa 1950s) |
|---|---|
| Call Number | Album 30.65 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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The Wreck of the Steamer J.S.
June 25, 1910
The wreck of the sternwheel excursion, J.S., after being destroyed by fire. Caption reads: "This wreck of the Str. J.S. Burned June 25, 1910, now lying in the Mississippi River north of Victory, Wi...
Sternwheel Excursion of J.S.
1901
The sternwheel excursion, J.S., near Trempealeau, taken between 1901 and 1910.
Excursion Steamer J.S.
1907
The sternwheel excursion, J.S., underway taken between 1901 and 1907. Oval picture inscribed Burlington, July 10, 1907.
Steamer J.S.
1901
The sternwheel excursion, J.S., taken near Wabasha. Caption reads: "Steamer J.S. Wabasha, Minn."
Excursion Steamer J.S. Landing Passengers
1901
The sternwheel excursion, J.S., landing passengers, taken between 1901 and 1910. Crowds are on riverbank and there are buildings in background. A crane on the front of the steamer is attached to a ...
The J.S. with an Excursion Party Aboard
circa 1900-1909
A bow view of the sternwheel excursion, J.S., near Lyons, Iowa (now called Clinton) with an excursion party aboard taken between 1901 and 1910. Bridge in background.
