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2 stories matching refloat

Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:float, afloat, reflux, redcoat, reflect

  1. The Great Steamship Escape

    To avoid being seized by creditors after a collision, the steamer Premier was secretly floated and moved across the border into British waters.

    Nov 26, 1892The Seattle Post-IntelligencerPort Townsend, Jefferson CountyFollow the Money

  2. The Final Voyage of the John Rosenfeld

    The noble Maine-built ship is declared a total loss after running aground on a reef near Lummi Island.

    Feb 23, 1886Seattle Daily Post-IntelligencerLummi Island, Whatcom CountyDisasters

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