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5397. (newspaper) A WINTER GALE – Wrecks and Loss of Life Along The Coast.

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5397. (newspaper) A WINTER GALE – Wrecks and Loss of Life Along The Coast.

5397. (newspaper) A WINTER GALE – Wrecks and Loss of Life Along The Coast. The Boston Daily Advertiser. January 11, 1886. Lengthy detailed article describes in great detail the recent gale resulting in scores of lives and ships lost along the New England coast. Includes detailed accounts of a number of wrecks, rescues by the Life-Saving Service, an account of the tremendous efforts aboard the steamer Katahdin to save the vessel and its passengers, and more. Most interesting with rare information and detailed accounts of incidents. Page has been encased in plastic for protection. $26. (photo not included)