J. R. Wells (Packet/Towboat, 1897-1920)

Summary

• BOAT DESCRIPTION: Sternwheel
• BOAT TYPE: Packet/Towboat
• BUILT: Tuscumbia, Missouri, 1897
• FINAL DISPOSITION: Sank in Pelican Bend near St. Charles, Missouri, January 30, 1920
• OWNERS: Anchor Milling Company, Tuscumbia, Missouri (1897-1909); Stanton and Jones (?-1920)
• OFFICERS & CREW: Captain John W. Adcock (master/pilot, 1897-1909)
• RIVERS: Osage River; Missouri River
• OTHER INFORMATION: Ways - 2880; Named for the head of the American Milling Company; ran Osage River trade until sold in 1909. Stanton and Jones owned her when she sank in January, 1920
• PHOTO DESCRIPTION: Closeup view of pilot house and crew member at wheel