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Logbook of the Rowena (Ship) out of Fall River, MA, mastered by Clark Estes, on whaling voyages between 1841 and 1844, 1841 - 1844

 Item — Volume: Wh R881 1841L
Identifier: logbook_vol_583

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The collection includes nearly 800 logbooks, documenting over 1,000 voyages and ranges from the 18th to the 20th century.

Dates

  • 1841 - 1844

Conditions Governing Access

Materials are open to research.

Extent

From the Collection: 650 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

General

Contains two voyages: from July 1, 1841 - July 12, 1843, master Clark Estes (Sherman 690); and from Oct. 13, 1843 - Oct. 21, 1844, master Clark Estes (Sherman 691). Contains whale stamps. At end: list of provisions used.

Repository Details

Part of the Providence Public Library Repository

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