Propeller of the "Music"-Onekema, MI
N 44° 21.730 W 086° 12.434
16T E 563171 N 4912404
This is a propeller of a ship that sank and burned near Onekema.
Waymark Code: WMBYEG
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 07/04/2011
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This prop is in a beach and lakeside park in Onekema, Michigan. this history of this prop is on a plaque nearby. It states:
Propeller of the "Music"
The visiting excursion steamer 'Music' caught firs on September 30,1899 while docked near here. Fearing a boiler explosion, the onlookers could only watch as the rope burned in two. the Manistee Daily News reported "... the burning boat presented a grand spectacle as she floated up the lake under the captaincy of the demon fire."
For what use was your waymark originally intended?: Marine
What purpose does it serve today?: Historic/Educational
Explain any choices not listed above.: Not listed
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