1859: The ship Mulhouse went ashore and bilged on the Quicksands west of the Marquesas Keys. Mulhouse was carrying 26 passengers, $25,000 in silver and 2,789 bales of cotton. The
1861: Captain Meigs reported to headquarters that he had installed a draw bridge and gate to Fort Taylor, both of which are closed every night. He also reported that all
1830: William R. Hackley recorded in his diary. Rose about half past five, before the sun made his appearance and read the “Acts.” The cargo of the Brig Halcyon was
1822: Excerpt from the Logbook of the U.S. Schooner Shark LCDR M.C. Perry commanding. Remarks: Saturday, September 14th No important events this day. The wind has at last assumed the
1822: Excerpt from the Logbook of the U.S. Schooner Shark LCDR M.C. Perry commanding: Remarks, Thursday, June 15th Commenced moderate breezes and clear pleasant weather, at 1 Tacked Ship to