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Tag: Weto

G.B. Cooley’s Yacht the Weto

In the early 20th century, G.B. Cooley decided he needed a yacht. He was the son and brother of steamboat captains, so he knew what to look for. Cooley ended up buying what was called an "oyster lugger" which had been used to haul oysters and shells to market. It had been in use for … Continue reading G.B. Cooley’s Yacht the Weto →

Lora Diane Peppers Uncategorized Leave a comment June 7, 2024June 4, 2024 1 Minute
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