J. C. Abbott (Ferry, 1873-1895)

Summary

• BOAT DESCRIPTION: Sidewheel
• BOAT TYPE: Ferry
• BUILT: 1873 at Madison, Indiana
• FINAL DISPOSITION: Replaced by the Trimble in 1895
• RIVERS: Ohio River
• OTHER INFORMATION: Ways - 2816; Operated at Madison, Indiana for many years. In 1884 and in 1893 her upper works burned. She was repaired both times. Finally replaced by the Trimble in 1895
• PHOTO DESCRIPTION: Left to right at Madison, Indiana: J.C. Abbott, Shirley (the large boat in the middle). The smaller boat on the right is not identified