Contributed by Moosehead Historical Society
Description
The Owl, a side-wheeler scow, is loaded with hardwood logs on Moosehead Lake for the veneer mill in Greenville. The lumbermen used scows to transport oxen, men, supplies, and logs around the lake. The steam scows were eventually replaced by steamboats.
About This Item
- Title: Side-wheeler Scow "Owl," Moosehead Lake, ca. 1900
- Creation Date: circa 1900
- Subject Date: circa 1900
- Location: Greenville, Piscataquis County, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Dimensions: 8.9 cm x 12.6 cm
- Local Code: 2013.19.0004 Owl Scow
- Object Type: Image
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Moosehead Historical SocietyPO Box 1116, Greenville, ME 04441
(207) 695-2909
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