Carrier (Rail Transfer Ferry, 1892-1936)

Summary

• BOAT DESCRIPTION: Sidewheel
• BOAT TYPE: Transfer Ferry
• BUILT: 1892 at Newburgh, New York
• FINAL DISPOSITION: Sold to Mexico November, 1936
• OWNERS: M.L. & T. Railroad SS. Company
• RIVERS: Mississippi River
• OTHER INFORMATION: Ways - 0890; The Carrier operated in the bend below Canal Street at New Orleans, Louisiana. She became surplus when the Huey Long bridge was completed and then sold to Mexico in November, 1936
• PHOTO DESCRIPTION: The Carrier at New Orleans, Louisiana