January 9, 1934. Photo #10. Elisha Goodsell Dock and three converted steam yachts (ferries) during winter at the Burlington lake front on Lake Champlain.
Cars and a wagon with horses line up along the ferry access road to board the ferry operating on Lake Champlain. The Steamer Chateaugay can be seen to the extreme left. A portion of its name is visible along with its smoke stack and pumping arm. Buildings along side the road leading to the... Show moreCars and a wagon with horses line up along the ferry access road to board the ferry operating on Lake Champlain. The Steamer Chateaugay can be seen to the extreme left. A portion of its name is visible along with its smoke stack and pumping arm. Buildings along side the road leading to the boarding dock are to the right. Undated but may be 1930s. Show less
Open deck ferry, the Roosevelt, is docked and cars drive off. In the foreground a man walks along the path as a car makes its way along the same road. A business sign on the far right reads Wither. Undated but may be 1930s or 1940s.
The two ferries, City of Burlington and the City of Plattsburgh are seen on Lake Champlain as they cruise near one another about to cross paths. Cars and people are seen on deck. Post World War II.
July 5, 1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company's "City of Burlington" ferry in Lake Champlain. Its rudder and propeller still out of the water. Robes and cables are attached to the boat. A ladder seen to the left hangs from the main deck into the water below. Photo #69.
July 2, 1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry. This may be part of the launching as the boat is being pulled by a tug boat and many people crowd the viewing. Photo #65.
1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry. This may be preparation for the launching as the boat is decorated with streamers of flags from bow to stern along with American flags. Many people mill around the area. A ladder leans against the bow and a man is... Show more1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry. This may be preparation for the launching as the boat is decorated with streamers of flags from bow to stern along with American flags. Many people mill around the area. A ladder leans against the bow and a man is climbing up it. Show less
1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry cruising on Lake Champlain out beyond the breakwater. Several American flags are seen as well as cars on the main deck.
1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company's "City of Burlington" ferry cruising in Lake Champlain with the water front seen in the background.
July 2, 1936 close up broadside photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry. This may be the launching preparation. The boat is still in dry dock. Photo #66.
July 2, 1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company's "City of Burlington" ferry as it heads out into Lake Champlain. People are crowded on shore watching its launching. Photo #63.
1936 close up broadside photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry. People sit in chairs along the sides of the main deck. A few people are on the upper deck. Buildings and railroad cars along the waterfront can also be seen. Photo #3.
July 6, 1936 photo of Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry in the water near shore. A barge is seen just to the left of the ferry. Photo #70.
1936 close up broadside view of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry near the docking pilings. People are crowded on the boat's main deck and a few on an upper deck. Railroad cars seen in the background. Photo #2.
July 2, 1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry as dignitaries prepare to christen the boat. A woman holds the champagne bottle surrounded by honored guests including children. The boat is still in dry dock and the ladder once leaning on the bow has been... Show moreJuly 2, 1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry as dignitaries prepare to christen the boat. A woman holds the champagne bottle surrounded by honored guests including children. The boat is still in dry dock and the ladder once leaning on the bow has been removed. Photo #59. Show less
July 5, 1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company's "City of Burlington" ferry being maneuvered in Lake Champlain as the boats rudder is still seen out of the water. Workmen are on the shore ; a barge is off to the left. Photo #68.
July 6, 1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company's "City of Burlington" ferry in Lake Champlain anchored just off shore. Workmen are on deck and a barge is off to the left. Photo #71.
1936 photo of the Champlain Transportation Company "City of Burlington" ferry as it pulls away from the dock. Both main and upper decks are crowded with people. Buildings along the shore line can be seen. Photo #4.
