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Baleen
Shipwrecks Around Boston
(William P. Quinn)

 

The table below provides historical and statistical data on the vessel. Some of the information may be incomplete. If you have additions or corrections, please e-mail us at the address listed below.

Shipwreck Data

Vessel Name Baleen
Other Names John E. Meyer and Jesse James
Vessel Type Tug
Owner Reinaur Transportation Company
Length / Beam / Draft (feet) 102' / 23' / 7'
Tonnage  
Hull Construction Steel
Propulsion Diesel / Propellers
Cargo  
Built 1923 at Manitowoc, WI
Date of Loss November 1, 1975
Reason for Loss Foundered while in tow after fire on board
Fatalities None
Location Outer Boston Harbor - 6 miles ENE of Graves Light
Coordinates (Lat/Lon) 42-23-05N / 70-44-02W (USCG)
Coordinates (Loran C)  
Water Depth (feet) 170'
Typical Visibility (feet) 25'
Wreck Condition Intact and Upright
Diving Considerations A deep and dangerous dive
Other Information  
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