Uncle Sam had two lives. She was powered by a steam engine from 1906-1944, and by a diesel engine from 1945-1961.
Total Number of Images: 33
Last updated on 4/20/2008
Vessel Statistics:
65' long
14' beam
7' draft
Top Speed:
Passenger Capacity: 100
Uncle Sam is at the dock while the Sophie C departs Weirs Beach. The Mount Washington is seen far out in the bay.
VERNON COTTON (l) and ED LAVALLE (r), Skipper and Owner of "Uncle Sam", in 1961