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Glen Island

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Steamer Glen Island
of the Starin Line
(Paul Sherman collection)

 

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 Glen Island
Other Names Former names - City of Richmond, William G. Egerton
Vessel Type Passenger Steamer
Owner Starin Line
Length / Beam / Draft (feet) 238' / 36' /
Tonnage 328
Hull Construction Wood
Propulsion Steam / Sidewheels
Cargo  
Built 1890
Date of Loss December 17, 1904
Reason for Loss Fire on board
Fatalities 9 (22 survivors)
Location Glen Cove, NY, just inside of Mantinecock Point, approximately 300' off shore
Coordinates (Lat/Lon)  
Coordinates (Loran C) 43937.6 / 26893.6
Water Depth (feet) 15-25'
Typical Visibility (feet)  
Wreck Condition Ribs and part of a paddle wheel remain 
Diving Considerations  
Other Information  
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