Bert Shearer News Today

These “old boats” continue to stir memories that some may have not considered for years or make them think of items or events to share.

The steel-hulled steam sternwheel towboat Sam Craig was one of three built for Union Barge Line by Midland Barge Company.

The steam sternwheel towboat Victory was built in 191i by Dravo for its subsidiary, Keystone Sand & Supply of Pittsburgh.

After a 14-year absence, the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta returned to the Kanawha River over the Fourth of July weekend.

Built in 1927 by the Charles Ward Engineering Works, the Duncan Bruce was described as “a last attempt to revive the sternwheel towboat.”