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PEAVEY, had violated the provisions of Rules III and IV, Pilot Rules for the Great Lakes; and that William G. Deeg, master of the H. HOUGHTEN, had violated the provisions of Rule V, Pilot Rules for the Great Lakes, and section 4442, Revised Statutes, and their licenses were suspended for a period of 30 days. March 5. - Upon completion of the investigation of the collision between the steamer BINGHAMPTON and the U.S.S. HANCOCK on August 16, 1905, in Lake St. Clair, it was found that there had been no willful violation of the pilot rules, and the case was dismissed. April 1. - Upon completion of the trial of Charles E. Garey, master of the steamer ROBERT HOLLAND, charged with negligence and careless navigation at the time of the collision between the steamers ROBERT HOLLAND and W. B. CASTLE, it was found that Captain Garey was guilty of violating the provisions of Rules I and V, Pilot Rules, and his license was suspended for a period of 60 days. April 14. - While proceeding over Limekiln Crossing, Detroit River, the steamer HENRY S. SILL struck some unknown obstruction, breaking forward sea cock and damaging frames and bottom plates on starboard side. Estimated amount of damage, $7,500. April 25. - While bound down the Detroit River, the steamer CASTALIA took a sheer and grounded at the foot of Fighting Island. After lightering about 1,000 tons of ore, the steamer proceeded on its way to Erie, Pa., where, after a thorough examination, it was found that no damage had been sustained by the steamer. April 27. - The steamer ROBERT L. FRYER grounded on Ballards reef, due to the wheel chains parting. No damage sustained by steamer. May 12. - The steamers JOHN C. GAULT and BYRON WHITAKER collided in the Detroit River, near the head of Bois Blanc Island, resulting in the sinking of the BYRON WHITAKER and damaging her to the extent of $14,993.15. The JOHN C. GAULT was damaged to the extent of about $4,000. Upon investigation, it was found that Hiran B. Leonard, master of the JOHN C. GAULT, was guilty of reckless navigation, and violating the provisions of rule 26, Pilot Rules for the Great Lakes, and his master and pilot's license was suspended for a period of 60 days. May 16. - Charges were preferred against John Edeson and Charles Draper, master and chief engineer, respectively, of the steamer C. H. LITTLE, for allowing an unlicensed man to operate the engine of said steamer. Upon investigation, the charge was not sustained by the evi- dence submitted and the case was dismissed. May 27. - While the steamer ANGELINE was lying at anchor in the Detroit River, the steamer SAXONA, bound down, in rounding to, to come to anchor, struck the starboard bow of the ANGELINE with her stern, damaging the ANGELINE to the extent of about $800. No damage to the SAXONA. June 1. - While proceeding up the Detroit River, the steamer SELWYN EDDY collided with the barge MAIDA, which had been in tow of the ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [533] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - DETROIT, MICH. - Continued. steamer VAN HISE, and had let go of the towline a few minutes prior to the collision. Estimated amount of damage to the Selwyn Eddy, $30,000. Investigation pending. June 13. - While rounding to in Ballards reef channel, the steamer SENATOR grounded, due to fog and heavy rain. After lightering about 500 tons of ore, the steamer was released and proceeded on its way to Cleveland. Amount of damage to steamer, $10,000. June 15. - Upon investigation of the charges preferred against William G. Deeg, master of the steamer H. HOUGHTEN, for navigating his steamer without the proper lifeboat required by law and ordered by the inspectors, it was found that Captain Deeg was guilty as charged, and his license was suspended for 4 months. Case reported to the district attorney and collector of customs at Detroit, Mich. June 16. - While proceeding down the Detroit River, in the vicinity of Limekiln Crossing, the steamer SONOMA grounded, sustaining damage estimated at $30,000. June 21. - While passing the steamer COLONIAL, after having ex- changed the proper passing signals, the steamer W. G. POLLOCK was struck on the port quarter by the COLONIAL, due to the suction of the W. G. POLLOCK in passing. Estimated amount of damage to the COLONIAL, $2,000. No damage to the W. G. POLLOCK. July 7. - While lying at the dock at Mount Clemens, Mich., the boiler room of the steamer PALOS caught fire and was extinguished by the city fire department. Amount of damage, $337. July 11. - The steamer R. J. GORDON collided with the steamer JESSE SPAULDING, due to the suction of the latter in passing the former. Neither steamer was damaged. July 13. - The steamer WALLULA collided with the barge EMMA L. COYNE, in tow of the steamer JOHN C. PRINGLE, resulting in the sinking of the barge. Collision was caused by the WALLULA suddenly taking a sheer while passing the barge. The WALLULA was not damaged. July 20. - The steamers JOHN M. McKERCHEY and FLORA collided in the Detroit River, abreast of Walkerville, Ontario. Damage to the FLORA amounted to about $3,000, while the JOHN M. McKERCHEY was but slightly damaged. Upon investigation, it was found that Martin O'Toole, master of the FLORA, had violated the provisions of Rule II, Pilot Rules, and his license was suspended for 15 days. It was also found that Daniel McFarlane, master of the JOHN M. McKERCHEY, had violated the provisions of Rule II and 26, Pilot Rules for the Great Lakes, and section 12, Rule X, General Rules and Regulations, and his license was suspended for 45 days. July 26. - It was reported that the steamer J. R. I. had navigated on an expired certificate of inspection, and the case was reported to the district attorney and collector of customs at Detroit, Mich. Later the master and owner of the steamer presented affidavits showing that the steamer had not been navigated after the expiration of her certificate of inspection, and the case was dismissed. August 1. - The motor boats NO. 3 and ARROW collided in the Detroit River, Belle Isle bridge, resulting in the sinking of the ARROW and the drowning of one of her occupants. Upon investigation, it was found that Kurt F. Kummer, the operator in charge of the ferryboat NO. 3, was guilty of misconduct, gross carelessness, and reckless naviga- tion, and his operator's license was revoked. Case reported to the district attorney and collector of customs at Detroit, Mich. The ARROW is a pleasure vessel. August 6. - The steamer P. P. PRATT grounded at Bar Point, near the light-ship. No damage to steamer. August 12. - The steamer MARTIN MULLEN touched bottom in the middle of the channel, about abreast of the Detroit River light-ship, sus- taining damage estimated at $800. August 19. - Upon investigation of the charges preferred against Paul Rohmer, operator of the motor boat KATHERINE K., it was found that he was guilty of reckless navigation, and that his motor boat was not equipped in accordance with the law. His license as operator of motor vessels was suspended for 6 months, and the case was reported to the collector of customs at Detroit, Mich. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [534] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - DETROIT, MICH. - Continued. August 20. - The steamers HENRY W. OLIVER and JOHN ERICSSON collided in Lake St. Clair, the former sustaining damage estimated at $5,000. No damage to the steamer JOHN ERICSSON. Investigation pending. August 22. - The steamer CITY OF DETROIT collided with the barge HAROLD, in tow of the steamer P. J. RALPH, sustaining damage estimated at $3,000. Investigation pending. September 3. - The second mate of the steamer MARYLAND was injured in falling to the bottom of the hold of said steamer. He was placed in the marine hospital at Detroit. September 4. - The steamers ROBERT R. RHODES and FRANCIS HINTON collided in the Detroit River, the former sustaining damage estimated at $2,500, while the latter was damaged to the extent of $7,500. The collision was caused by the failure of the master of the ROBERT R. RHODES to discern the colored lights of the FRANCIS HINTON, thereby mistaking her for a steamer proceeding in the same direction. When the master of the RHODES discovered his error, the position of the steamers was such that the collision was unavoidable. September 13. - The steamers M. A. HANNA and WESTERN STATES met each other near Limekiln crossing, Detroit River, and when the WESTERN STATES was passing she seemed to draw the water from under the M. A. HANNA, causing the latter to strike bottom very heavily. The amount of damage to the M. A. HANNA is not known at present. September 14. - The motor vessel owned by Harry Babcock, Mount Clemens, Mich., carried passengers for hire on the Clinton River without having the vessel properly equipped. The operator's license of Mr. Babcock was suspended for 15 days, and the case reported to the collector of customs at Detroit, Mich. September 18. - The steamers LYCOMING and ISABELLA J. BOYCE col- lided in the west channel of Limekiln crossing, Detroit River, the latter sustaining damage amounting to $1,084.23. No damage to the LYCOMING. Upon investigation, it was found that Samuel B. McCann, master of the LYCOMING, was guilty of reckless navigation and in- attention to his duties as a master, and his license was suspended for 45 days. September 26. - Charges were preferred against Martin Christy, master of the steamer YALE, for misbehavior in taking the wrong chan- nel at Limekiln crossing, Detroit River. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained, and the case was dismissed. October 4. - Upon investigation of the alleged violation of the pilot rules on the part of D. McLachlan, master of the steamer EASTERN STATES, and Charles Gegenheimer, master of the steamer WILLIAM EDEN- BORN, it was found that both masters were guilty of violation of the provisions of Rule II, Pilot Rules for the Great Lakes, and their licenses were suspended for 45 days. October 4. - The steamers D. O. MILLS and ONOKO collided at the junction of the Mamajuda and Grassy Island ranges, caused by the steamers getting into each other's suction. Damage to the D. O. MILLS, $1,000; to the ONOKO, none. October 5. - The steamers EXCELSIOR and PRESQUE ISLE collided in the Detroit River, near Bois Blanc Island, resulting in the sinking of the former. No damage to the PRESQUE ISLE. Estimated damage to the EXCELSIOR, $7,000. Investigation pending. October 8. - C. S. Furey, master of the steamer MAUCH CHUNK, was charged with misbehavior in taking the wrong channel at Limekiln crossing, lower Detroit River. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained and the case was dismissed. October 11. - Edwin Martin, master of the steamer JUANIATA, was charged with misbehavior in taking the wrong channel at Limekiln crossing, lower Detroit River. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained and the case dismissed. October 13. - The steamers QUEEN CITY and JOHN W. MOORE collided near the intersection of the Grassy Island and Mamajuda ranges. Damage to the JOHN W. MOORE, $75,000; to the QUEEN CITY, $10,000. The wheelman on the JOHN W. MOORE was lost in the wreckage. Investigation pending. October 14. - L. A. Rand, master of the steamer ABRAHAM STEARN, was charged with misbehavior in taking the wrong channel at Limekiln cros- sing. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained and the case was dismissed. October 16. - The steamers MARISKA and CASE collided in Limekiln crossing, Detroit River, the CASE sustaining damage amounting to about $20,000. No damage to the MARISKA. The collision was caused by the CASE taking a sheer in trying to avoid the PALLISTER, upbound, which ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [535] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - DETROIT, MICH. - Continued. was engaged in sweeping the channel. October 16. - Sometime during the night of October 16 fire broke out around the boiler of the steamer SAMUEL J. CHRISTIAN, and had gained such headway before being discovered that it was impossible to get the hose on board the tug to play on it, and the crew were obliged to take the life raft for their own safety. Cause of fire unknown. Steamer, valued at about $10,000, is a total loss. October 27. - While the steamer DOUGLAS was proceeding through Lake St. Clair, the stuffing-box gland on stern pipe broke, which allowed the water to come in faster than it could be pumped out, and the steamer was beached at Windmill Point to prevent her from sinking. Amount of damage, $1,000. October 29. - The steamer C. C. HAND stranded near the Michigan Central elevator, and, in being pulled off, sustained damage amounting to $350. November 3. - D. Giradin, master of the steamer FAYETTE BROWN, was charged with misbehavior in taking the wrong channel at Limekiln crossing. Upon investigation the charge was sustained, and his master and pilot's license was suspended for 60 days. November 6. - On opening up the engines of the steamer J. H. BARTOW to full speed, while proceeding over Limekiln crossing, it was noticed that the driving bearing was working in an unusual manner. Upon exam- ination it was found that the stern pipe was broken and the outboard shaft badly cracked. Damage, $3,500. November 14. - The steamers BLACK ROCK and HENRY STEINBRENNER collided near Grosse Isle, Detroit River, in passing. Damage to the HENRY STEINBRENNER, $25; to the BLACK ROCK, none. November 24. - About 9:30 p.m., while the steamer CHEMUNG was pro- ceeding up the Detroit River, Michael McMahon, a deck hand, jumped overboard and was drowned. November 26. - D. P. Crane, master of the steamer SIERRA, was charged with misbehavior in taking the wrong channel at Limekiln crossing, Detroit River. Upon investigation the charge was not sus- tained, and the case was dismissed. December 3. - The steamers MARY and JOHN M. McKERCHEY collided in the Detroit River, near Sandwich, Ontario. Damage to the MARY, $1,000; to the JOHN M. McKERCHEY, none. Investigation pending. December 7. - J. P. Minskey, master of the steamer R. L. IRELAND, was charged with misbehavior in taking the wrong channel at Limekiln crossing. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained, and the case was dismissed. December 12. - A 7-inch stop valve on the starboard side of the forward engine of the steamer DETROIT let go, scalding 4 persons, all of whom were taken to the hospital. One of the persons injured has since died. Amount of damage to steamer, $125. Investigation pending. LOCAL DISTRICT OF CHICAGO, ILL. January 18. - At 9:35 a.m., the steamer J. C. EVANS grounded near the entrance to South Chicago Harbor, due to heavy fog. Steamer re- leased at once without damage. March 19. - William McClain appealed from the decision of this board in refusing to examine him for license as special engineer on United States light-ship. Decision of this board sustained by the supervising inspector. March 19. - Frank R. McGregor appealed to the supervising inspector from the decision of this board in refusing to examine him for license as master, and the decision of the local board was sustained by the supervising inspector. April 10. - Clarence E. Allgeyer appealed to the supervising inspector from the decision of this board in refusing him an exami- nation for license as engineer. Decision of the local board sustained by the supervising inspector. April 6. - At an early hour, fire broke out on the CITY OF FREMONT, causing damage estimated at $5,500. April 15. - The outboard shaft of the steamer TOM BROWN broke, due to insufficient weld when new end was put on shaft in 1902. Amount of damage, $52.75. April 19. - While coming down the north branch of the Chicago River, the steamer VULCAN struck the abutment of one of the railroad bridges, cracking a plate on the port side, causing damage estimated at $500. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [536] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - CHICAGO, ILL. - Continued. May 3. - At 8:30 p.m., the steamer JAMES H. REED struck a shoal, caused by miscalculation of distance of Grosse Point light on account of snowstorm. After throwing about 300 tons of ore overboard, the steamer floated. No damage to steamer. May 5. - The steamer ATLAS lost part of her rudder blade near Michigan City, Ind. Amount of damage, $125. May 9. - During a boat drill, Charles Allen, bell boy on the steamer HOLLAND, got into the boat to put in plug, after boat had been swung over the side of the steamer, when releasing hook at after end of boat suddenly gave way, dropping end of boat and throwing said Charles Allen out of boat into the river, between dock and steamer. He was pulled out in a dazed condition, seriously injured and bleed- ing. Attended by physician and taken to the marine hospital. May 11. - While being towed by the steamer CHICAGO, the steamer TIOGA was allowed to get so far astern that her rudder struck the bank of the river, causing wheel chains to part and rudder to swing around so as to strike wheel. On arrival at Buffalo, May 18, it was found that two buckets of the wheel had been broken off. Amount of damage, $200. May 11. - The steamer E. H. HEATH collided with the center pier of the Belt Line Railroad bridge in the Chicago drainage canal, due to the wheelman being asleep at the wheel. Bow stove in and steamer sunk. She has since been raised and the damage is estimated at $2,000. May 17. - About 10 p.m., while passing through Lake Stree Bridge, the steamer H. R. James collided with towing steamers CHENEY and MAXWELL A. Estimated amount of damage to the towing steamer, $2,000: no damage to H. R. JAMES. May 26. - The starboard wheel of the steamer PERE MARQUETTE 16 was broken off the shaft, due to wheel striking submerged obstruction in mid-channel. The main steam pipe to starboard engine was also cracked. Damage estimated at $1,000. May 31. - The stem of the steamer LIVINGSTONE was damaged by coming in contact with a bolt projecting from the dock. Accident due to a fresh north wind forcing bow of steamer against the dock. Damage estimated at $200. May 31. - While the steamer ONOKO was on a voyage from Duluth to Chicago the tail shaft of its stern pipe broke. Amount of damage estimated at $5,500. June 5 and 23. - James Rolson, master of the steamer CARTER H. HARRISON, violated the provisions of section 4448, Revised Statutes, by failing to assist the inspectors while examining equipment on June 5. On June 23 he violated the provisions of Rules I and IV, Pilot Rules, by refusing to answer passing signals blown by other steamers. Investigation held July 12; license revoked July 23. June 6. - Visited the steamer HENRY S. SILL at Michigan City, Ind., and found that she had been navigated on June 6 without a licensed engineer. Case reported to the district attorney at Indianapolis, Ind., and to the collector of customs at Chicago, Ill. June 6. - While steamer W. B. MORLEY was lying at coal dock, dis- charging her cargo, dock caught fire, spreading to the boat, and damaging the steamer to the extent of about $500. June 25. - At 1 a.m., fire was discovered on the steamer FRANK R. CRANE. Damage amounted to about $700. Cause unknown. Steamer's papers and master's license were destroyed in the fire. June 26. - Steamer ATLAS was sunk by colliding with the south abutment of Clark Street Bridge. Steamer is a total loss, damage be- ing estimated at $16,000. No lives lost or persons injured. July 3. - The steamer HARRY C. LYDON collided with the tow of the steamer TACOMA, sustaining damage estimated at $160. July 5. - While the steamer PERE MARQUETTE 18 was proceeding through Clark Street Bridge, steamer sheered to port, colliding with the steamer SOO CITY, sustaining damage estimated at $25. July 6. - In coming out of the slip the steamer CHEMUNG collided with the steamer GEORGIA, sustaining damage estimated at $100. July 13. - Investigated complaints against Harold O. Nilson and Hugh McCallum, master and engineer, respectively, of the steamer PETERS, charging them with using intoxicating liquors to excess while on duty. They were found guilty and their licenses were suspended for 30 days. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [537] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - CHICAGO, ILL. - Continued. July 17. - W. H. La Fleur, master of the steamer PERE MARQUETTE 18, was charged with failure to record fire drills on ship's log, as re- quired by section 50, Rule V, General Rules and Regulations. Upon investigation the charge was sustained, and his license was suspended for 30 days. July 25. - The steamer THREE BROTHERS collided with the approach to the Adams Street Bridge, due to strong current. No damage to steamer. July 30. - C. C. Fowler, master of the steamer CHICAGO, was charged with violation of section 50, Rule V, General Rules and Regulations, for failure to record fire drills in ship's log. Upon investigation satisfactory explanation was tendered by Captain Fowler, and the case was dismissed. August 1. - While towing the steamer MUNCY, the steamer CHICAGO tripped on the tow-line and sank. Estimated amount of damage, $3,000. August 1. - While the steamer JUNIOR was en route from Michigan City to Chicago its intermediate shaft broke, cracking crosshead and cylinder head. Damage estimated at $1,200. August 2. - Owing to inability to stop itself in the current of the river, the steamer KONGO struck dock, then swung across the river and struck a mud on the towline and sank. Estimated amount of damage $3,000. August 2. - While about 1 mile off Pier Head, Lake Michigan, the crank shaft of the steamer JAMES HAY broke; steamer was towed in by the towing steamer McDONALD. Estimated amount of damage, $150. August 4. - The steamer ADIRAMLED collided with Halsted Street Bridge, Chicago River, caused by bridge not being hoisted when signal was given. Estimated amount of damage to vessel, $200. August 6. - Alfred McAuley, master of the gasoline motor vessel FLORENCE, was charged with violation of Rules I and II, Pilot Rules, for failure to answer signals of motor vessel EVA and utterly disre- garding danger signal given by the EVA. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained, and the case was dismissed. August 6. - John Harvey, master of the motor vessel EVA, was charged with violation of Rule VIII, Pilot Rules. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained and the case was dismissed. This board did find, however, from the evidence submitted, that John Harvey was guilty of misconduct, and his operator's license was revoked. Upon appeal to the supervising inspector, the case was remanded for a re- hearing, and as a result of the investigation on the charge of miscon- duct the charges were upheld and John Harvey's license was suspended for 6 months. August 7. - While proceeding up the Chicago River, the steamer JAMES HAY was struck on the port side by the fire steamer ILLINOIS. Damage to the JAMES HAY, $200. Upon investigation it was found that the collision was unavoidable. Case dismissed. August 11. - Joseph Landon, master of the steamer HARVEY WATSON, was charged with failure to answer passing signals given by the motor vessel CHICAGO. Upon investigation the charge was not sustained, and the case was dismissed. August 11. - The key of the piston rod of the engine of the steamer CARTER H. HARRISON sheared off the piston, breaking flange of cylin- der. Damage estimated at $150. August 16. - A strong wind caused the steamer CHEMUNG to strike the dock, breaking a bucket of wheel. Damage estimated at $100. August 20. - The steamer LOUIS PAHLOW collided with Clark Street Bridge while said bridge was being swung, damaging the steamer to the amount of about $215. August 20. - Caused by the wind and current, the port bow of the steamer TIOGA struck the corner of the Sixteenth Street Bridge. Damage to steamer estimated at $1,000. August 25. - Charges were preferred against Frank Martinek, master of the steamer SILVER KING, against W. F. Purdy, master of the U.S.S. DOROTHEA, alleging violation of rule 26, Pilot Rules. Upon investi- gation the charge was not sustained and the case was dismissed. August 27. - Mat. Dailey, a deck hand on the steamer VIRGINIA, in his desire to get ashore as the steamer was landing, jumped, struck dock, fell backward into the river, and was drowned. August 29. - The steamer GEORGE N. ORR stranded on Lottie Wolf Rock, off Hope Island, due to smoke and fog. Damage estimated at $25,000. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [538] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - CHICAGO, ILL. - Continued. September 4. - A coal passer on the steamer JAMES E. DAVIDSON was slightly scalded, caused by the splitting of a tube in boiler. September 10. - The steamer E. M. PECK struck the south approach of the Wells Street Bridge, stem on, caused by strong current and low water. Damage estimated at $100. September 13. - While towing 2 scows the shaft of the steamer M. G. HAUSLER broke in the driving bearing. Before engine could be stopped, steam pipe broke near the throttle. Damage estimated at $300. September 15. - W. F. Purdy, master of the U.S.S. Dorothea, pre- ferred charges against Edward T. Minogue, master of the motor vessel MAYFLOWER, for violation of Rule X, Pilot Rules. Upon investigation the charge was sustained, and the second-class pilot's license of Edward T. Minogue was suspended for 5 days. September 20. - F. A. Dority, master of the steamer CITY OF SOUTH HAVEN, was charged with violation of section 12, Rule X, Rules and Regulations, by blowing a steam calliope. Upon investigation the charge was sustained, and the master and pilot's license of Captain Dority was suspended for 30 days. Captain Dority appealed to the Supervising Inspector-General, and, upon instructions from the super- vising inspector of the eighth district, the charge was dismissed, not, however, until the period of suspension had passed. September 30. - The fire steamer CHICAGO collided with a pile driver, sustaining damage estimated at $10. October 2. - The starboard main journal on the engine of the steamer CITY OF CHICAGO ran hot. Engine was stopped and bolts were slacked off. On arrival in port, cap was taken off and broken shaft was discovered. Estimated amount of damage, $5,000. October 2. - When the steamer MASSACHUSETTS was part way through the draw of the Twelfth Street Bridge, the bridge was swung over the stern of the steamer, carrying away auxilliary steering wheel and damaging the steamer to the extent of about $500. October 15. - While going in to dock at South Chicago, Ill., the steamer PERE MARQUETTE 16 struck the after part of the cabin of the launch EAGLE, due to fresh south wind and close proximity of the launch. No damage to the PERE MARQUETTE 16. Damage to the EAGLE estimated at $50. October 25. - The fire steamer ILLINOIS collided with the steamer C. C. HAND, due to a mistake in answering bells between the pilot and engineer of the ILLINOIS. Estimated amount of damage to both steam- ers, $25. Upon investigation, it was shown that no violation had been committed, and, after reprimanding the master and engineer of the steamer ILLINOIS, the case was dismissed. October 25. - While backing into the Rialto slip at South Chicago, Ill., a fresh north wind caused the stern of the steamer KEARSARGE to collide with the elevator power-house on dock, damaging the steamer to the amount of about $800. October 30. - The steamers NASHOTAH and PETERS collided in the Chicago River, due to alleged blowing of cross signals. Estimated amount of damage to the steamer NASHOTAH, $200. Upon investigation, it was found that John Cullnan, master of the steamer NASHOTAH, had violated the provisions of Rule III, Pilot Rules, by blowing a cross signal, and his license was suspended for 30 days. October 30. - The steamer PROTECTION collided with the steamer BERMUDA, due to the engines of the steamer PROTECTION stopping on center and consequent inability to back steamer. Damage to the PROTECTION, $50. November 8 and 9. - The steamer GEO. C. MARKHAM navigated from Muskegon, Mich., to Chicago, Ill., without an assistant engineer. Upon investigation, it was found that Anton Christensen, master, and John Hudson, chief engineer, were guilty of violating the terms of the certificate of inspection of said steamer, and their licenses were suspended for 30 days. Case reported to the collector of customs at Chicago, Ill. November 11. - While working into slip, Chicago River, the steamer J. D. MARSHALL collided with the steamer CARTER H. HARRISON, damaging the latter's lifeboat and davits to the extent of about $5. No damage to the J. D. MARSHALL. November 19. - The steamer MOLLIE SPENCER collided with the steamer WILLIAM DICKINSON, damaging the latter to the extent of about $700. No damage to the MOLLIE SPENCER. Upon investigation it was found that James McGinn, master of the MOLLIE SPENCER, and Emmett Rodigan, master of the WILLIAM DICKINSON, had violated Rule VI, Pilot Rules, and their licenses were suspended for 30 days and 40 days, respectively. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [539] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - CHICAGO, ILL. - Continued. December 1. - The steamer EMPIRE CITY stranded on a sand bar in Lake Michigan, abreast of Indiana Harbor, Ind., due to smoky weather and west wind. Steamer was released December 3, without damage. December 2. - While lying alongside of the steamer SUSQUEHANNA, waiting for towline to be hauled in, the steamer MOLLIE SPENCER was struck by the towing steamer PERFECTION, the MOLLIE SPENCER sustaining damage estimated at $100. Upon investigation it was found that William Smith, master of the PERFECTION, had violated the provisions of Rule XIII, Pilot Rules for the Great Lakes, and his license was suspended for 30 days. December 4. - The top of the high pressure cylinder of the steamer GEORGE N. ORR blew out, breaking part of the cylinder. On examination a flaw was discovered in the casting, which apparently caused the accident. Estimated amount of damage, $1,500. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [539] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT LOCAL DISTRICT OF GRAND HAVEN, MICH. January 10. - The steamer FAVORITE, while in winter moorings at St. Ignace, Mich., caught fire near the donkey boiler, presumably from spark from said boiler, and was totally destroyed. Damage, $25,000. April 4. - While the steamer JOHN C. MANN was towing the steamer MISSOURI out of Manistee Harbor, the stern of the latter struck the JOHN C. MANN, causing damage estimated at $400. No damage to the MISSOURI. April 9. - Ice cut through the planking of the steamer N. J. NESSEN in Pine Lake and steamer sunk. No lives lost. Estimated damage to steamer, $2,500. April 11. - Steamer BRAZIL encountered an ice field while in the Straits of Mackinac, near Point Au Sable, Mich., and stove 2 holes in forward bow. Weather being favorable, steamer was taken to Port Huron, Mich. Estimated damage, $3,000. April 13. - While steamer ARCADIA was en route from Manistee, Mich., to Two Rivers, Wis., it was caught in a wind and snowstorm and foundered. Eleven lives were lost, being all on board. Steamer valued at $8,000. April 14. - While steamer FREDERICK B. WELLS was passing through the Straits of Mackinac, en route from Toledo, Ohio, to Milwaukee, Wis., laden with coal, it struck an obstuction, causing leaks in Nos. 1, 2, and 4 tanks. Steamer was taken to drydock at Milwaukee. Esti- mated damage, $20,000. April 17. - The steamer PENOBSCOT was passing through the Straits of Mackinac on the evening of April 16 and cast anchor because some of the Government lights were not burning. In the morning, when turning around on starboard wheel to get under way, stern of vessel struck some unknown obstruction, causing damage to rudder and shoe estimated at $2,000. April 25 and May 9. - Upon investigation of repairs being made to the boiler of steamer DULUTH by James McGregor, at Cheboygan, Mich., local inspectors discovered that holes for rivets and stay bolts in plates had been punched, and witnessed a workman using a drift pin to make them come fair, in violation of section 4429, Revised Statutes. Case reported to the district attorney, Detroit, Mich. May 2. - During thick and very dark weather, the schooner LOMIE A. BURTON collided with the steamer YUMA, at 10:45 p.m., 8 miles north- east of North Manitou Island, in Lake Michigan. Damage to YUMA, $25. May 9. - While steamer PERE MARQUETTE was lying in slip at Luding- ton, Mich., fire was placed in forward starboard boiler. Boiler was burned, on account of there being insufficient water in it. Damage, $300. Case investigated June 8. Suspenced license of James B. Conrad, engineer, for 30 days, for negligence. May 21. - At about 1:20 a.m., when the steamer NAOMI was out from Grand Haven Harbor about 30 miles, en route to Milwaukee, fire was discovered in freight on main deck. Fire spread rapidly in spite of the fact that 7 streams of water were immediately played on it. Steamers D. G. KERR and SAXONA came to the assistance of the NAOMI, picking up the passengers who had escaped in the lifeboats, and brought steamer into Grand Haven Harbor. Estimated damage to steamer, $100,000. There were 50 passengers on board, all but 1 of whom escaped. Four deck hands, who were sleeping in the forecastle, lost their lives. It was discovered later, when cleaning up the debris, ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [539] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - GRAND HAVEN, MICH. - Continued. that a sixth person was burned to death, the charred bones of this person being found near the place where the fire originated, and it is thought that he was a stowaway. Case investigated May 23 and June 1. From the evidence obtained it was found that the officers and crew did their duty in trying to stop the fire and save the passengers. It was impossible to determine the cause of the fire, although the fact was clearly established that its origin was in the cargo forward on the main deck. It was also clearly shown that the 4 deck hands in the forecastle who lost their lives were called in time for them to have come out, had they done so with reasonable promptness. The passenger who was burned so seriously that he afterwards died, was also called, but failed to come out of his stateroom until the fire and smoke had spread to that part of the cabin, and it seems he must have been con- fused and got lost and, becoming unconscious, was picked up by the steward at the foot of the social-hall stairs. June 7. - The engine in steamer JOHN SCHROEDER was disabled at St. Joseph, Mich. The gib key and strap to upper connection gave way, breaking distance piece between the cylinders. Piston and spider were also broken. Damage to steamer, $675.25. June 11. - While steamer BULGARIA was en route from Escanaba to Cleveland, it stranded on South Fox Island; weather foggy at the time. Released June 12, by the steamer MANISTIQUE, MARQUETTE & NORTHERN 1. No damage to steamer. June 18. - On application, went to inspect steamer DULUTH at Cheboygan, Mich., and found that general repairs had been made to her boiler with plates that had not been officially tested and stamped, as required by sections 4430 and 4431, Revised Statutes. Repairs made by James McGregor, of Cheboygan, Mich. Case reported to the district attorney, Detroit, Mich. June 26. - While steamer CORNELIA was en route from St. Joseph to Chicago, tube in superheater to boiler gave way, and fire from furnace set steamer on fire. No lives lost and no one injured. Estimated damage to steamer, $1,000. Investigated August 12. Found that acci- dent was caused by deteriorated condition of fractured tube. Case dismissed. July 4. - While steamer PERE MARQUETTE 6 was making Portage Point, Onekama Lake, Mich., nipple in feed pipe between stop and check valves gave way and boiler blew off into vessel's hold. Three passengers and 4 of the crew were more or less burned by escaping steam coming through the grating of hatch on main deck forward. No damage to vessel or boiler. Case investigated on October 11, and found accident was caused by defective nipple. July 13. - While en route from Ludington to Milwaukee, steamer PERE MARQUETTE 20 broke her starboard shaft, permitting wheel and shaft to drop into lake. Damage estimated at $2,000. July 14. - The inspector of hulls while at Macatawa Park, Mich., observed that the motor vessel SKIDOO was being navigated on an ex- pired certificate of inspection, in violation of section 4421, Revised Statutes. Case reported to the collector of customs, Grand Haven, Mich., and license of Frank Van Rye, master, was suspended for 10 days. July 19. - Engine of steamer R. J. GORDON was disabled at Boyne City, Mich. Follower to piston was broken and piston rod sprung, caused by lack of clearance between piston and cylinder head. Esti- mated damage, $200. August 6. - Steamer ISLANDER twisted off her shaft near the univer- sal coupling when near Mackinac Island, Mich. Damage estimated at $250. August 12. - William Black, while watching a gang unload a cargo of salt from the steamer JOHN SCHROEDER, at St. Joseph, Mich., accident- ally fell into ship's hold and was injured. Physician called and he was taken to hospital. August 22. - When steamer PEERLESS was about 7 miles out from Muskegon, Mich., en route to Chicago, the eccentric strap broke. The steamer GEORGIA took the passengers on board and the PEERLESS returned to Muskegon under its own power. Estimated damage, $25. August 23. - While lying at the dock at Holland, Mich., the steamer MARY caught fire from some unknown cause and was burned. No lives lost and no one injured. Estimated damage, $3,000. August 28. - While bound down the Kalamazoo River, the motor boat ALERT collided with bridge across the river between Douglas and Sauga- tuck. It appears, from the affidavits obtained, that the night was very dark and no lights were on the bridge; that the operator gave the regular three blasts to open the bridge, and then after waiting a reasonable length of time proceeded to pass, but discovered when too ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [541] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT late that the bridge was only partly opened. Vessel struck bridge, tearing away upper works of boat and injuring several passengers. Estimated damage to boat, $20. September 10. - While leaving dock at Mackinac Island the steamer CITY OF ALPENA sagged into steamer ISLANDER, damaging the latter to the extent of about $500. September 11. - At 11 p.m., at the north end of Lake Michigan, the steamer MANISTIQUE, MARQUETTE & NORTHERN 1 collided with an unknown steamer, whose anchor punched a hole in steel plate above water. Damage to MANISTIQUE, MARQUETTE & NORTHERN 1, $300. September 12. - When steamer T. S. CHRISTIE was about 12 miles off Manistee it was discovered that the crank pin to the main engine was broken. Engine was worked under check until assistance arrived from Manistee, where the CHRISTIE was towed and a new pin installed. Damage estimated at $500. September 20. - The local inspectors at Marquette, on behalf of the Grand Haven inspectors, examined William Neveau, first assitant engineer, in reference to charges preferred against him for intemper- ance while acting under authority of his license September 9 and 10, 1906. After reviewing the testimony, the Grand Haven inspectors found him guilty of habitual intemperance and revoked his license on Septem- ber 26, 1907. October 10. - Steamer ANN ARBOR NO. 1 stranded on beach at the en- trance to Onekama Harbor. Said steamer was in tow of the steamer ANN ARBOR No. 3, and the towline parted. Weather bad. Steamer released on October 14 without damage. October 11. - Investigated complaint that motor boat LILLIAN, of Manistee, Mich., was carrying passengers for hire without proper equipment or licensed operator on board. Found facts to be as alleged, and case reported to the collector of customs, Grand Haven, Mich. October 11 and 12. - Investigated complaint of Michael Martin, master of the steamer PERE MARQUETTE 6, against the steamer MANISTEE, charging reckless navigation on the part of the officers of the latter steamer in attempting to pass without giving passing signals, and run- ning dangerously close to the PERE MARQUETTE 6, shortly after leaving Ludington Harbor September 26, 1907. Found facts to be as charged and suspended the license of William McGuiggan, officer in charge of the steamer MANISTEE at the time, for 30 days. October 30. - When 15 miles off Grand Haven, steamer MARION, bound up Lake Michigan, lost shoe. Steamer taken to dry dock at South Chi- cago, Ill., for new shoe. Damage to steamer, $1,073.27. November 20. - When steamer KEARSARGE was in north end of Lake Michigan, en route to Detour, Mich., valve in intermediate cylinder gave way. Steamer taken to South Chicago for repairs. Estimated damage, $300. November 29. - Steamer TACOMA stranded on Round Island, in Straits of Mackinac, while en route from Escanaba to Sault Ste. Marie. Steam- er released by wrecking steamer FAVORITE. No damage to steamer. LOCAL DISTRICT OF MARQUETTE, MICH. January 8. - Completed investigation of alleged violation of sec- tion 4449, Revised Statutes, by David Fredericks, first assistant engineer of the steamer THE TRAMP. The charges were not sustained by the evidence, and the case was dismissed. February 28. - Completed investigation of charges of alleged viola- tion of sections 45 and 50, General Rules and Regulations of the Board of Supervising Inspectors, and rule 8, Pilot Rules for the Great Lakes, by John Lowe, master, and William McElroy, pilot, of the steam- er PETER A. B. WIDENER, and the charges, not being sustained by the evidence, were dismissed. April 1. - While lying at the dock at Hancock, Mich., out of com- mission, the steamer MASCOTTE sunk from some unknown cause. Estimated damage, $1,500. April 10. - While proceeding through heavy ice in the Straits of Mackinac, the steamer FRANCIS WIDLAR broke 3 buckets off her wheel. Estimated damage, $300. April 17. - While lying at the dock at Detour, Mich., the steamer BRANSFORD was struck by the steamer WILLIAM B. KERR, and damaged to the extent of about $500. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [542] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - MARQUETTE, MICH. - Continued. April 18. - While fitting out at the dock at Vans Harbor, Mich., steamer J. BONNER was sunk by the opening of the sea cock. No damage resulted. April 23. - While lying in the ice in St. Marys River, the steamer S. S. CURRY was struck by the steamer JOHN W. MOORE, and damaged to the extent of $500. April 24. - While proceeding up the St. Marys River, the steamer SYLVANIA sheered into the steamer BRANSFORD, also upbound, damaging the latter to the estimated amount of $1,000. No damage to the SYLVANIA. April 24. - While working through the ice off Lime Island, St. Marys River, the steamer J. T. HUTCHINSON broke her propeller wheel. Estimated damage, $360. April 25. - While fast in the ice at Whitefish Bay, Lake Superior, through which it had been navigating, the steamer WILLIAM A. PAINE was struck by the steamer JOSEPH G. BUTLER, JR., and damaged to the extent of about $8,000. Estimated damage to the BUTLER, $50. April 25. - While working through heavy ice in the St. Marys River, the steamer ANDREW CARNEGIE broke her propeller wheel. Damage esti- mated at $300. April 25. - While endeavoring to force a passage through heavy ice in the St. Marys River, the steamer JOSEPH C. GILCHRIST sustained damage estimated at $2,500. April 25. - While trying to force a passage through the ice in St. Marys River, together with several other steamers, the J. T. HUTCHIN- SON was struck by the steamer GEO. PEAVY. Estimated damage to the former, $200. No damage to the PEAVY. April 25. - While forcing a passage through the ice in St. Marys River the steamer E. D. CARTER broke its propeller wheel. Damage estimated at $300. April 26. - While passing through a narrow channel in the ice in St. Marys River, the steamer FRANK H. GOODYEAR collided with the steamer JAMES GAYLEY. No damage to the FRANK H. GOODYEAR. The JAMES GAYLEY was damaged to the extent of about $5,000. April 26 and 27. - While navigating between Sault Ste. Marie and Whitefish Point, the steamer JOSEPH G. BUTLER, JR., sustained damage, by contact with ice, to the amount of about $5,000. April 26. - While forcing a passage through the heavy ice in White- fish Bay, Lake Superior, the steamer FRANCIS WIDLAR was damaged to the extent of about $5,000. April 28. - The steamer CLARENCE A. BLACK struck some unknown obstruction in Whitefish Bay, Lake Superior, and was damaged to the amount of about $800. April 29. - While on Portage Lake, forcing a passage through heavy ice, the hull of the steamer BUFFALO was stove in, causing her to sink. Every effort was made by the crew to find and stop the leak, but without avail. Estimated loss, $4,000. Case investigated May 21, and decision rendered exonerating the officers of said steamer from all blame, inasmuch as they had exercised all the ordinary precautions of navigation. April 29. - While working through the ice in Thunder Bay, a number of plates in the hull of the steamer MARTIN MULLEN were corrugated and one blade of propeller wheel was broken. Estimated damage, $2,000. April 30. - While proceeding up St. Marys River the propeller of the steamer J. H. BARTOW came in contact with floating ice and was broken. Damage estimated at $300. April 30. - While bound up the St. Marys River the key in crosshead of the low-pressure engine in steamer VERMILLION gave way, breaking the cylinder head. Estimated damage, $250. May 4. - While proceeding up the St. Marys River, in heavy ice, the steamer WINNIPEG slightly collided with the steamer EMPIRE CITY. Estimated damage to the WINNEPEG, $100; to the EMPIRE CITY, $1,000. (Transcriber's Note: Spelling variation of Winnepeg/Winnipeg is as it appears on the original pages.) May 4. - In passing out of the canal lock at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., the steamer JOHN OWEN was forced by drifting ice against the tow of the steamer MICHIGAN, sustaining damage estimated at $50. No damage to the MICHIGAN. May 10. - While the steamer IONIA was lying at the dock at Escanaba, Mich., an elbow on main steam pipe next to boiler burst, slightly scalding H. E. Morris, fireman. Damage to steamer $148. May 10. - Shortly after leaving the dock at Maxton, Drummond Island, the steamer A. J. McBRIER caught fire from some unknown cause, and was burned to the water's edge. No lives lost and no one injured. Estimated loss, $8,000. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [543] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - MARQUETTE, MICH. - Continued. May 14. - While navigating Lake Superior in a dense fog, the steamer SAXON stranded on Caribou Island, sustaining damage estimated at $20,000. May 23. - While making a landing at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., the steamer PATHFINDER was carried by the wind and current against the north pier of the canal and damaged to the extent of about $800. May 26. - While lying at the dock at Ontonagon, Mich., with no one on board, the steamer THE TRAMP caught fire from some unknown cause, and was damaged to the extent of $250. June 1. - While making a landing above the canal in St. Marys River steamer PENDENNIS WHITE was struck by the steamer ISAAC L. ELLWOOD, sustaining damage estimated at $2,000. No damage to the ISAAC L. ELLWOOD. June 14. - While lying at the Port Royal dock, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., the steamer E. A. SHORES, JR., caught fire, presumed to have been caused from an exploded torch in the crank room, and before the flames could be extinquished the steamer was burned to such an extent that she filled and sank, being subsequently raised and repaired. Estimated damage, $15,000. June 25. - Upon investigation of charges preferred against Cyrile Carpenter for violation of the general provisions of Title LII, Re- vised Statutes, it was clearly shown by the evidence that the accused was guilty of gross negligence in allowing the water to become low in the boiler of the steamer VALERIE, under his charge, for which his license as chief engineer was suspended for 30 days. June 28. - While approaching the canal at Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, the steamer JOSEPH G. BUTLER, JR., downbound, in passing an upbound steamer, sagged against the rocks on the starboard side of the channel, corrugating and damaging bilge plates in the hull to the estimated amount of $3,000. June 30. - The steamer GEORGE ROGERS stranded near Menagerie light, Lake Superior, during a dense fog. The steamer was subsequently re- leased and proceeded to Duluth for repairs. Estimated damage, $600. July 10. - While bound down Whitefish Bay, Lake Superior, the steamer J. Q. RIDDLE stranded on an unmarked shoal, damaging the bot- tom of the hull to the amount of $5,000. June 13. - The steamers SAXONA and CITY OF BANGOR collided in Whitefish Bay, Lake Superior, during a dense fog. Damage to the SAXONA, $10,000; to the CITY OF BANGOR, $5,000. Case investigated August 5. It was found that there had been no violation of laws or pilot rules. Case dismissed. (Transcriber's Note: Date is not sequential and is as it appears in the original report.) July 22. - The steamer ONOKO stranded on an unmarked shoal in the St. Marys River during a dense fog, sustaining damage estimated at $15,000. July 23. - Completed investigation of the collision between the steamers ANDREW CARNEGIE and WILLIAM NOTTINGHAM, which occurred October 13, 1906, and as there had been no violation of the law or pilot rules case was dismissed. July 24. - While en route from Mackinac Island to Les Cheneaux Islands, the steam yacht MANZANITA stranded on Mission Reef, owing to alleged carelessness of J. R. Lynn, master, as stated in complaint made by owner. Estimated damage, $500. Case investigated October 8; and the charges being sustained by the evidence, the master and pilot's license of Joseph R. Lynn was suspended for 30 days. July 29. - Jacob Noel, fireman on board the steamer HENRY PHIPPS, lying at the dock at Marquette, Mich., was severely scalded while in the act of cleaning the tubes of boiler. Accident caused by nozzle blowing off the steam hose. August 19. - While en route to Superior, Wis., with a cargo of coal, the steamer LOUISIANA encountered a violent gale of wind and heavy sea which stove in the boiler house and cabin, broke the steer- ing gear, and otherwise damaged the steamer to the estimated amount of $2,000. August 20. - Soon after leaving the dock at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., en route to Mackinac Island, the steamer SIGMA ran hard on a rocky shoal, being later released and placed in dry dock for repairs. Estimated damage, $1,000. Case investigated September 24. No viola- tion of law or pilot rules. Case dismissed. August 23. - While navigating in Grace Harbor, Isle Royale, the main shaft of the steamer BON AMI broke. Steamer was towed to Houghton, Mich., where repairs were made at a cost of $150. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [544] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - MARQUETTE, MICH. - Continued. August 30. - While the steamer JOHN SHERWIN was lying in the canal at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., waiting for the lock, she was struck by the steamer J. L. WEEKS, coming astern, and damaged to the amount of about $6,000. No damage to the J. L. Weeks. September 6. - The steamer LOFTUS CUDDY rubbed against some unknown obstruction near the canal piers at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., damaging the plates of hull to the estimated amount of $3,000. September 11. - The steamer MONROE C. SMITH and MANISTIQUE, MARQUETTE & NORTHERN NO. 1 collided about 15 miles off Seoul Croix Point, Lake Michigan, the former sustaining damage estimated at $5,000, and the latter $500. Investigation pending. September 16. - While the steamer PORTAGE was lying at the dock at Marquette, Mich., fire started in or near the boiler room, in an un- known manner. Damage about $10,000. The steamer was subsequently examined, found seaworthy, and towed to Detroit for repairs. September 16. - The steamers CHARLES McVEA and EUGENE C. HART col- lided in the Menominee River, while heading for the same dock, causing damage to the EUGENE C. HART to the amount of about $200. Case investigated December 11, and found Charles A. Graves and P. S. Roulett, masters of the steamers EUGENE C. HART and CHARLES McVEA, respectively, guilty of violation of Rule VIII, Pilot Rules, and their license was suspended for 10 and 15 days, respectively. September 18. - While passing a steamer with barges in tow, in the St. Marys River, the steamer WILLIAM B. KERR stranded on a rocky reef, sustaining damage estimated at $20,000. September 21. - While steamer GEORGE STONE was laboring in a heavy sea off Crisp Point, Lake Superior, James L. Gasco, a deck hand, was washed overboard and drowned. The steamer was checked down, lifeboat launched, and search made for him, but without success. September 21. - While the steamer ALEXANDER NIMICK was off Vermil- lion Point, Lake Superior, in a violent gale of wind and heavy sea, she sprang a leak and was run ashore, subsequently breaking up and proving a total loss. Ten of the crew manned the after lifeboat of the steamer, and reached shore in safety. Six of the officers and crew, in attempting to get ashore in the second lifeboat, were drowned. Estimated value of steamer, $50,000. September 22. - While passing out of the west channel of Grand Island Harbor, Lake Superior, the steamer JAMES B. COLGATE stranded on a sand bar, and, as a consequence, was struck by barge NO. 133, con- sort to the JAMES B. COLGATE. Estimated damage to steamer, $2,000. September 24 and 25. - The cargo of the steamer J. H. BARTOW shifted during a heavy gale on Lake Superior, due to water reaching the hold through the steel hatch covers, resulting in damage to the steamer estimated at $600. September 28. - While the steamer CALEDONIA was being loaded with ore, at Escanaba, Mich., the master, J. W. Nicholson, was missed. Upon search being made he was found dead in the hold of the steamer, partially covered up with ore. It is not known how the accident occurred. October 9. - The steamer JOHN B. KETCHUM 2ND stranded on Copper Island, Nipegon Bay, Lake Superior, sustaining damage estimated at $600. October 11. - While on Lake Superior, bound for Buffalo, N.Y., with a cargo of iron ore, the steamer CYPRUS encountered a furious north- west gale of wind and heavy sea, and in some manner unexplained shift- ed the cargo, which caused the steamer to roll heavily and gradually list to port, and, when off Deer Park life-saving station, founder in about 90 fathoms of water, resulting in the loss of 22 out of 23 officers and crew. Four of the crew succeeded in getting on the life raft, and drifted befor the wind until about 2 o'clock the following morning, when they struck the breakers, whereupon the raft was turned over several times and 3 of the 4 men washed off and drowned, the sole survivor of the entire crew being Charles J. Pitz, second mate, who was picked up on the beach by one of the Deer Park life-saving crew. The steamer was valued at $280,000. October 14. - The wheel chains of the steamer MARY C. ELPHICKE parted in St. Marys River, and while the engine was backing full speed to avoid going aground, the rudder went hard over, carrying away the bumper post, and stripping all the blades off the propeller. Esti- mated damage, $1,200. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [545] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - MARQUETTE, MICH. - Continued. October 17. - While trying to turn just below the Weitzel lock at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., the steamer SUPERIOR collided with the U.S.S. MARIGOLD, lying at the pier, sustaining damage estimated at $170. Case investigated November 7. Thomas W. Graham, engineer of the steamer SUPERIOR, was found guilty of carelessness and unskillfulness in the performance of his duties, and his license as chief engineer was suspended for 10 days. October 17. - While the steamer E. D. CARTER was lying above the St. Marys locks at the north canal pier, the steamer D. O. MILLS, in attempting to pass the E. D. CARTER, became wedged between that steam- er and the south pier, damaging the plates and frames of the steamer E. D. CARTER to the estimated amount of $1,800. No damage to the D. O. MILLS. October 18. - While lying at the dock in Grand Marais Harbor, the steamer J. W. WARD caught fire, from some unknown cause, and was damaged to the extent of $100. October 28. - While bound for Duluth, with a cargo of coal, the steamer SPOKANE grounded on rocky bottom off Gull Island, Lake Superior. The steamer was subsequently released and towed to Baraga, Mich. Estimated damage to steamer, $50,000. October 30. - Charges were preferred against Fred J. Hasenflue, alleging bad conduct, intemperate habits, and incompetency while acting in his offical capacity as master of the steamer CITY OF NAPLES. Case investigated December 30; charges sustained by the evidence, and license of Captain Hasenflue suspended for 5 months. November 4. - While trying to land the steamer HATTIE JORDAN along- side the dock at North Escanaba, Mich., unassisted, Peter Jordan, master, fell into the water and was drowned. The accident was not witnessed, but upon search being made his body was recovered. November 9. - While endeavoring to make a harbor in the Lake Superior ship canal, during a heavy snowstorm and gale, the steamer LOUISIANA struck the south pier, knocking a hole in the hull and re- sulting in the sinking of the steamer. Steamer subsequently raised and proceeded to destination. Damage estimated at $1,000. November 10. - The steamer WYOMING ran aground at the upper end of Dark Hole, St. Marys River, breaking propeller and tow post. Estimated damage, $2,000. November 22. - Charges were preferred against Thomas Sullivan, alleging bad conduct, intemperate habits, and incompetency while act- ing as master of the steamer NOURMAHAL. Investigation pending. November 23. - While entering the canal lock at Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., the steamer ONOKO collided with the stone abutment of the lock. Engine was backing strong at the time. Damage, $5,000. November 27. - The steamer S. C. REYNOLDS stranded on Detour Shoal, sustaining damage estimated at $7,000. December 7. - While proceeding down the St. Marys River, in a thick fog and rain, the steamer WILLIAM NOTTINGHAM stranded on Sweets Point, sustaining damage estimated at $2,500. December 9. - While proceeding down St. Marys River, in a dense fog, the steamer ARTHUR W. HAWGOOD stranded on Sweets Point. After lightering cargo, steamer was released and proceeded on her way to Buffalo, N.Y. Estimated damage, $2,500. LOCAL DISTRICT OF MILWAUKEE, WIS. 1906. November 25 and 26. - The steamer BULGARIA navigated on an expired certificate of inspection. Case investigated in January, 1907. License of Thomas Isabelle, master and pilot, was suspended for 90 days, and that of Daniel MacLennan, chief engineer, for 45 days. Case reported to the district attorney and collector of customs at Milwaukee, Wis. 1907. January 21. - The main steam pipe in port bunker of steamer NO. 23 M. F. D. split open. No one hurt and no lives lost. Damages estimated at $60. January 24. - While helping wind up apron attached to steamer PERE MARQUETTE 19 at Manitowoc, Wis., a member of the crew was struck across the chest with an apron bar and died before medical aid arrived. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [546] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - MILWAUKEE, WIS. - Continued. March 29. - The steamer PERE MARQUETTE 18 damaged her wheels in the Milwaukee River; estimated at $600. April 13. - Steamer ORION broke tiller on quadrant, near Milwaukee. Damage estimated at $50. April 15. - The steamer LOUIS PAHLOW stranded on a reef at Clay banks, near Algoma, Wis., during a heavy snowstorm and gale. Steamer was released April 18. Damage estimated at $4,000. April 27. - The cylinder and piston of the steamer R. J. GORDON broke near Manitowoc, Wis., scalding the engineer. Estimated damage, $250. April 29. - The steamer ARTIC collided with a mud scow in tow of the steamer N. BOUTIN, near Two Rivers, Wis. Upon investigation found no cause for further action, and the case was dismissed. Damage to the Artic, $300. May 19. - The steamers N. BOUTIN and SATISFACTION navigated more than 12 hours with single crews. Case investigated and the licenses of H. W. Webster, master, and Andrew Johnson, engineer, of the N. BOUTIN, and Alexander Doak, master, and Joseph Peters, engineer of the SATISFACTION, were suspended for 10 days. Mr. Herman Grieling navi- gated the SATISFACTION at this time without a pilot's license. Case reported to the district attorney and collector of customs, Milwaukee, Wis. May 26. - The steamer PERE MARQUETTE 16 collided with a scow in tow of the steamers MILWAUKEE and GOLDEN, in Sturgeon Bay canal. Esti- mated damage to PERE MARQUETTE 16, $100. June 3. - The steamer VERONICA stranded on Four Foot shoal, Lake Michigan. It was released by the steamer TOMLINSON with the assitance of life-savers from Plum Island. Estimated damage, $500. June 7. - While navigating Green Bay the piston rod of the steamer CHARLES McVEA let go in the crosshead, breaking the cylinder head and spider. Estimated damage, $300. June 8. - The steamer FREDERICK KOEHN collided with the schooner GEO. W. WESTCOTT about 11 miles ESE from Sheboygan, Wis. No damage to steamer. Case investigated; no violation found. Case dismissed. June 13. - Fire originated in the pilot house of the steamer A. A. WEBORG, at Gills Rock, causing damages of $20. June 14. - Steamer CHEMUNG struck abutment of street approach, in Milwaukee River, sustaining damage amounting to $1,000. July 5. - The steamer JAMES P. WALSH stranded 5 miles south of Manitowoc, Wis., in a heavy fog, sustaining damage estimated at $5,000. July 8. - The steamers MANISTEE and WISCONSIN collided in the Milwaukee River. Damage to the WISCONSIN, $200; to the MANISTEE, $100. Upon investigation it was found that the collision was un- avoidable and the case was dismissed. July 16. - When near the Sturgeon Bay canal, the inboard shaft of the steamer I. N. FOSTER broke. Damage, $300. July 18. - The steamer CAROLINA collided with bridge at Marinette, Wis. No damage to steamer. July 21. - The steamer PERE MARQUETTE 16 collided with the schooner ROSEBUD near Kewaunee, Wis., during a heavy fog. No damage to steamer. July 31. - The steamer W. H. MEYER broke rudder stock and propeller in the Milwaukee River. Estimated damage, $600. August 9. - The steamer VERMILLION collided with the steamer W. P. PALMER, in tow of the steamer KNIGHT TEMPLAR, in the Milwaukee River, sustaining damage estimated at $200. August 10. - Fire broke out in the paint locker of the steamer HIAWATHA, while lying at her dock, Milwaukee, Wis., due to spon- taneous combustion. Damage estimated at $50. August 15. - Steamer SHEBOYGAN, while trying to make the piers at Sheboygan, Wis., collided with the breakwater, sustaining damage esti- mated at $200. August 15. - The steamer HIAWATHA sprung a leak near Two Creeks, Wis., and ran into shoal water to prevent sinking; was afterwards pumped out. Estimated damage, $2,500. August 17. - A deck hand on the steamer WISCONSIN jumped into the Milwaukee River to get a hat which had fallen overboard, and was drowned. September 10. - While lying at the dock at Kenosha, Wis., the steamer H. A. ROOT capsized, drowning 2 of the crew. Upon investi- gation it was found that the large sand bin on deck gave out, ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [547] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - MILWAUKEE, WIS. - Continued. causing steamer to list, take water on deck, fill, and turn over with her load of sand. Steamer was raised and taken to Milwaukee, Wis. Damage estimated at $3,110. September 17. - During a heavy fog, the steamer MATHEW ANDREWS stranded on Fox Point, Lake Michigan, and was released the next day without damage. September 17. - During a heavy fog, the steamer ALASKA stranded on Fox Point, Lake Michigan. Cargo was lightered, and steamer released September 21. Estimated damage, $5,000. September 20. - While making a landing at Milwaukee, Wis., the steamer S. M. CLEMENT collided with the barge SANTIAGO. No damage to steamer. September 27. - The steamer H. O. WARREN caught fire from an un- known cause, at Oshkosh, Wis., sustaining damage estimated at $350. September 29. - When near Marinette, Wis., the crank pin of the engine of the steamer CHARLES McVEA broke, sustaining damage estimated at $200. October 1. - Charges were preferred against Capt. John Hayes, alleging incompetency and a menace to navigation. Case investigated, but the charge was not sustained by the evidence submitted. Case dismissed. October 2. - While at Manitowoc, the steamer PETERS was damaged by fire to the amount of $1,800. Cause of fire unknown. October 4. - The steamer PERE MARQUETTE 4 was struck by a bridge in the Milwaukee River, due to failure of bridge to stop swinging when opened for the steamer. Damage to steamer, $200. October 6. - While lying at the dock at Milwaukee, the steamer ROBERT R. RHODES was struck by the steamer E. L. WALLACE, in tow of a tug. Damage to the ROBERT R. RHODES, $500. November 5. - While lying at the dock at Milwaukee, Wis., the light-house tender DAHLIA was struck by the steamer CHRISTOPHER, in tow of another steamer, sustaining damage estimated at $450. No damage to the CHRISTOPHER. November 13. - While on Lake Michigan, the steamer RAMAPO broke rudderpost and wheel, sustaining damage estimated at $2,500. November 16, 17, and 18. - The steamer H. A. ROOT was navigated without having the required certificate of inspection on board. The license of Frank Kynaston, master, was suspended for 30 days, and the case was reported to the collector of customs and district attorney, Milwaukee, Wis. November 20. - While the ferry steamer PERE MARQUETTE 16 was laboring in a heavy sea, 5 miles northeast of Milwaukee, Wis., some of the cars shifted, damaging the steamer to the extent of $20,000. The anchors were dropped, and when the gale had subsided temporary repairs were made, when steamer proceeded to Milwaukee. December 1. - While lying at the dock at Milwaukee, Wis., the steamer SAMUEL MITCHELL was struck by the steamer MANISTEE, sustaining damage estimated at $1,000. No damage to the MANISTEE. December 3. - The steamer CITY OF GLASGOW was destroyed by fire about 3 miles off the harbor of Green Bay. Steamer valued at $50,000. No one hurt and no lives lost. Case investigated, and it was found that the fire originated in the starboard coal bunker from some un- known cause, and that the officers and crew did everything possible to save the steamer. December 14. - While entering the Chicago and Northwestern Railway slip at Manitowoc, Wis., the steamer PERE MARQUETTE 20 collided with the steamer FRANCIS WIDLAR, damaging both steamers about $500. December 26. - The steamer H. A. ROOT was struck by bridge in the Milwaukee River, owing to the bridge failing to stop swinging, damag- ing the steamer to the extent of $385. LOCAL DISTRICT OF PORT HURON, MICH. January 27. - Upon completion of the investigation of the collision between the steamers AMASA STONE and ETURIA, which occurred on Lake Huron June 18, 1905, it was found that the officers in charge of the steamer AMASA STONE had violated the provisions of rules 15 and 23, Pilot Rules, and the license of George B. Mallory, master, was re- voked, and the license of Charles Gordon, first mate, was suspended for 90 days. Case reported to the collector of customs, Port Huron, Mich. Both officers appealed to the supervising inspector. Decision revoked and licenses restored. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [548] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - PORT HURON, MICH. - Continued. April 20. - While the steamer JOHN C. GAULT was bound down Lake Huron, between Harbor Beach and Port Sanilac, a fireman named Peter West either fell or jumped overboard and was drowned. April 21. - While the steamer HENRY STEINBRENNER was bound up the St. Clair River, abreast of Port Huron, the steering engine became disabled and the steamer collided with the dock, sustaining damage estimated at $6,000. April 23. - The fishing steamer SEARCHLIGHT, foundered on Lake Huron, in a gale of wind, and the crew of 6 men were lost. Vessel total loss, $1,200. April 28. - While bound up the St. Clair River, the rudderpost of the steamer NEW YORK twisted off, resulting in the steamer running into a dock at Port Huron and sustaining damage estimated at $750. April 29. - About 9 p.m., while bound down Lake Huron, the steamer PILGRIM sprang a leak and was beached to prevent sinking. Steamer, valued at $10,000, afterwards became a total loss. May 2. - About 9:30 p.m., about abreast of Port Huron, Mich., the steamers WILLIAM H. GRATWICK and IROQUOIS came together. Damage to the IROQUOIS, $10,000; to the WILLIAM H. GRATWICK, $1,000. May 26. - While bound down Lake Huron, during a severe snowstorm, the steamer C. F. BIELMAN stranded on Port Austin reef, sustaining damage amounting to $10,000. May 27. - While bound down Lake Huron, abreast of Thunder Bay Island, Bert Knoble, one of the crew of the steamer M. A. HANNA, was washed overboard and drowned. June 2. - While bound down Lake Huron, the steamer JOSHUA W. RHODES struck an unknown obstruction, breaking propeller. Damage $300. June 13. - When about 4 miles below St. Clair, Mich., the steamers BETHLEHEM and AUSTRALIA came into collision, due to the wheel chains of the steamer BETHLEHEM sticking. Damage to the BETHLEHEM, $18,000; to the AUSTRALIA, $8,000. June 19. - While lying at the dock at Marine City, Mich., the steamer MAUD was struck by the steamer CULLIGAN, the latter drifting against the MAUD. Damage to the MAUD, $600. No damage to the CULLIGAN. June 20. - The steamers JAMES B. NEILSON and D. M. CLEMSON collided about 5 miles north of Thunder Bay Island, Lake Huron, each being damaged to the extent of $600. Weather was foggy at the time. June 24. - Revoked the operator's license of Arthur Humphrey for intemperance. July 11. - The steamers TUSCARORA and MARYLAND collided in the St. Clair River, abreast of the Grand Trunk railroad dock at Port Huron, Mich. Damage to the TUSCARORA, $20,000; to the MARYLAND, $30,000. No lives lost. After an investigation it was found that William Williams, master of the steamer TUSCARORA, and Timothy Kelley, master of the steamer MARYLAND, had violated the provisions of Rule II, Pilot Rules and their licenses were suspended for 15 days. Case reported to the collector of customs, Port Huron, Mich. July 17. - Frank Currier, operator of the motor vessel MARY C., was charged with violation of Rule IV, Pilot Rules. Case investigated, and Mr. Currier found guilty as charged. His license was suspended for 15 days, and the case was reported to the collector of customs at Port Huron, Mich. August 4. - John J. Stover, master of the steamer CITY OF TOLEDO, was charged with violation of Rules IV and VIII, Pilot Rules. Case investigated; charges not sustained, and case dismissed. September 2. - At 9:30 a.m., the steamer HURON CITY collided with the steamer JAMES S. DUNHAM, below Marysville, Mich., in the St. Clair River, sustaining damage estimated at $1,000. Damage to the JAMES S. DUNHAM was very slight. September 29. - At 3:10 p.m., the steamer AUSTRALIA collided with the steamer F. B. SQUIRES in the St. Clair River, near Hersons Island, sustaining damage estimated at $5,000. Damage to the F. B. SQUIRES, $5,000. October 11. - At 4 a.m., the steamer FRED PABST, bound up, collided with the steamer LAKE SHORE, bound down, resulting in the sinking of the former and becoming a total loss, valued at $65,000. Damage to the LAKE SHORE, $15,000. Investigation pending. October 26. - At 4 a.m., the steamer JAMES GAYLEY, bound up, collided with the steamer JOSEPH G. BUTLER, also bound up, in the St. Clair River, near Russells Island. Damage to the JAMES GAYLEY, ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [549] REPORT OF THE STEAMSHIP INSPECTION SERVICE CASUALTIES, VIOLATIONS OF LAW, AND INVESTIGATIONS, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1907 - EIGHTH SUPERVISING DISTRICT - MILWAUKEE, WIS. - Continued. $5,000; to the JOSEPH G. BUTLER, $2,000. No lives lost. October 28. - While lying at the dock at Grindstone City, Mich., the steamer MARGRETTA caught fire and was totally destroyed. Loss, $4,000. Nathan Wood, pilot, who was on board, was burned to death. November 1. - At 7:30 p.m., the steamer WILLIAM E. REIS collided with the steamer MONROE C. SMITH in St. Clair River, abreast of Russells Island. Damage to the WILLIAM E. REIS, $20,000; to the MONROE C. SMITH, $20,000. Case investigated and from the evidence accident was considered unadvoidable (sic). Case dismissed. November 3. - At 2 a.m., the steamer AMERICA collided with the steamer JAMES S. DUNHAM in the St. Clair River, near Russells Island, resulting in the latter being damaged to the extent of about $700. No damage to the former. November 21. - While proceeding up Lake Huron, in a heavy sea, the steering gear of the steamer W. D. REES was carried away. Steamer was towed to Harbor beach. Damage, $200. November 22. - The steamer LIZZIE MADDEN was totally destroyed by fire on Lake Huron. Valuation, $20,000. No lives lost. November 23. - While bound up Lake Huron, southwest of Thunder Bay Island, the steamer MONOHANSETT caught fire and was totally destroyed. Loss, $15,000. December 6. - While bound down St. Clair Flats ship canal, the steamer DESMOND struck the pier and sunk. The DESMOND was trying to avoid the wreck of the steamer WILLIAM E. REIS at the time. Damage, $3,000. December 6. - John Davis, master of the steamer UTICA, was charged with willful violation of the rules governing the movement of vessels through the improved channels at Stag Island, St. Clair River. Case investigated; charges sustained, and license of Captain Davis suspend- ed for 3 months. Case reported to the collector of customs, Port Huron, Mich. December 18. - William P. Benham, master of the steamer J. J. SULLIVAN, charged with willful violation of the rules governing the movement of vessels through the improved channels of the St. Clair River at Stag Island. Case investigated; charges sustained, and Captain Benham's license suspended for 3 months. Case reported to the collector of customs, Port Huron, Mich. ===========================================================================