13429. (photo) U.S. Lightship Resupplied on Station by Tender c.1923.
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13429. (photo) U.S. Lightship Resupplied on Station by Tender c.1923.
13429. (photo) U.S. Lightship Resupplied on Station by Tender c.1923. Clear, close original 6 ½” x 8 ½” press photo shows great detail as the crew of the tender load a boat with supplies for the lightship, moored just ahead of the tender. Bags of potatoes and crates of lettuce can be seen in the boat ready to be transferred to the lightship. Great detail off of the long boat and deck of the tender, as well as a number of members of the crew. Photo is b/w and includes date and description (incorrect) on back. Dated February 12, 1923. May be New York area. Clear and close view. (VG+). $66.