Tag: May 1914

The schooner Francis E rams (30 May 1914)

The schooner Francis E rams schooner Centennial breaking rigging and the bowsprit. The Francis E continues but runs on two sandbars on the way to Cape Florida. She returns to port before the day is over. (30 May 1914)

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Too rough to land at (29 May 1914)

Too rough to land at Fowey Light, a government inspector jumps in and swims to the tower. (29 May 1914)

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Salvage of the Lugano has (28 May 1914)

Salvage of the Lugano has been settled in federal court: First consortship 30% net $64,126.67 Second consortship 45% net $14,084.30 Third consortship 50% net $2,228.18 The schooner Dr. Lykes’ share was forfeited because of discrepancies in cargo received and delivered. (28 May 1914)

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Validation of bond issue will (25 May 1914)

Validation of bond issue will be the first step in securing government assistance for a deep water harbor. (25 May 1914)

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The Times gets off the (22 May 1914)

The Times gets off the reef under its own power and is in Key West for repairs. (22 May 1914)

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Requests are made to dredge (19 May 1914)

Requests are made to dredge from the river’s mouth to the fork in the ship channels. Silting is a constant problem. (19 May 1914)

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