Betsy Ann
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| History | |
|---|---|
| Name | Betsy Ann |
| Builder | Iowa Iron Works[1] |
| Launched | 1899 |
| Fate | Dismantled at St. Louis Wharf |
The Betsy Ann was a sternwheel packet, next a towboat and finally an excursion boat. She was built by Iowa Iron Works in 1899.[1] She is best remembered for participating in three steamboat races.[1] She lasted 41 years, until 1940, when she was dismantled at the St. Louis Wharf.[1] The Betsy Ann was the subject of the book The Log of the Betsy Ann, by Fred Way, former captain of the boat.[2] She ran on the Ohio River from Pittsburgh to Portsmouth, Ohio.[2]
Activities
[edit]- July 24, 1928: Raced with the packet Chris Greene.[1]
- July 16, 1929: Raced again with the packet Tom Greene.[1]
- 1930: Participated in another race, again with the Tom Greene.[1]