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The Lee Line extended service onto the Ohio River following the bankruptcy of the St. Louis and New Orleans Anchor Line, which occurred in 1894.  The St. Louis and Tennessee River Packet Co. resulted from the merger of several smaller … Continue reading →

Interesting spoon circa late 1880’s early 1900’s.  A person definitely knew where they stood when dining on a PMSP steamer.

James Lee 3rd had a brief career working for the C H Karr Company a river and industrial supply company.   His father Capt. James Lee Jr. took over the business sometime in 1887 or 1888 following the companies financial difficulties and renamed … Continue reading →

Another Memphis river front postcard from an EBay seller.   I have not seen this card previously. HARRY LEE: Boat 2540 Way’s Packet Directory page 207. Stern Wheeler, Packet, wood hull, built Clarington Ohio 1899. Originally named CITY OF WHEELING. Renamed by … Continue reading →

Thank you Stephanie P for sharing these pictures of your St. Louis and Tennessee River Packet Co. red plate.   This very nice plate has been in her family since 1912.  The writing on the back of the plate was done … Continue reading →

This picture was taken at the Bohlen-Huse Ice Company following the great flood of April 1913 which inundated the companies facilities.  This picture along with a number of others was taken to support a flood damage claim.  The Bohlen-Huse Ice … Continue reading →

Another Lee Line postcard from EBay.  The writer inscribed the following on the front of the card.  “Caruthersville Mo.  Sept. 28, 1908.  Here’s a view of the most renowned boat that caught on fire.  This picture was taken when the … Continue reading →

Prices for this 18 day voyage range from $155 to $255.   “The price includes meals and berth f0r the round trip, as well as use of the boat, berth and breakfast while in port at New Orleans.”