Steamboats LAVELLE YOUNG and CASCA, probably on the Yukon River, probably between 1898 and 1911

On verso of image: Steamers LaVelle Young and Casca Steamboat LAVELLE YOUNG was built in 1898 and converted to a barge in 1920. Subsequently, abandoned at McGrath, Alaska. CASCA was built in 1898 and in 1911, described in company records as being "practically worn out and useless .", she w...

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Other Authors: University of Washington Libraries. Special Collections Division.
Format: Other/Unknown Material
Language:unknown
Published: 1898
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Online Access:http://cdm16786.contentdm.oclc.org:80/cdm/ref/collection/transportation/id/490
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Summary:On verso of image: Steamers LaVelle Young and Casca Steamboat LAVELLE YOUNG was built in 1898 and converted to a barge in 1920. Subsequently, abandoned at McGrath, Alaska. CASCA was built in 1898 and in 1911, described in company records as being "practically worn out and useless .", she was rebuilt so extensively that she was considered to be a new boat. She was wrecked at Rink Rapids on July 9, 1936. To order a reproduction, inquire about permissions, or for information about prices see: http://www.lib.washington.edu/specialcollections/services/reproduction/reproduction Please cite the Order Number