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Steamship "Queen" and schooner at Seattle pier, circa 1898
Order an ImageSo many people wanted to go north to the gold fields of the Klondike region that all sorts of boats and ships were pressed into service. Some were more seaworthy than others.
This photo, taken in 1898 or 1899 shows a group of men at the Seattle waterfront looking at the steamer "Queen" (right) and a small wooden schooner (left). The sign on the schooner reads "Arctic Direct. May 2."
SHS category: Waterfront
This photo, taken in 1898 or 1899 shows a group of men at the Seattle waterfront looking at the steamer "Queen" (right) and a small wooden schooner (left). The sign on the schooner reads "Arctic Direct. May 2."
SHS category: Waterfront
ID Number: SHS2075
Date: Circa 1898
Physical Description: 1 photographic print mounted on cardboard : gelatin, b&w ; 19 x 24 cm.
Credit: MOHAI, SHS2075
Copyright: No Known Copyright
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